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In History / High School | 2014-10-15

What Roman leader am I?

"I ruled over the powerful Eastern Empire and chose to move its capital to Byzantium. I was the first to establish an attitude of acceptance toward Christians by becoming a Christian myself."

A. Justinian I
B. Constantine
C. Diocletian

Asked by Delora457

Answer (3)

Constantine
Specifically, Constantine I, the 57th Emperor of the Roman Empire. He moved the capital to Byzantium, and renamed the city to Constantinople (now Istanbul). He was also the first Christian emperor.

Answered by ut42 | 2024-06-10

Constantine! I just learned about this in my World History class two weeks ago!

Answered by 1breea | 2024-06-10

The Roman leader you are referring to is Constantine. He was the first emperor to accept Christianity and moved the capital from Rome to Byzantium, renaming it Constantinople in 330 C.E. His reign marked a significant turning point for Christianity in the Roman Empire.
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Answered by ut42 | 2024-12-17