Title: The Byzantine Empire Category:History / Middle East History Details: Words: 1190 | Pages: 5.1 (approximately 235 words/page)
The Byzantine Empire
The Byzantine Empire
The Byzantine Empire, the survivor of the Roman empire, flourished into the oldest and longest lasting empire in our history. It began with Constantine the Great's triumph of Christianity. He then transferred his capital from Rome to the refounded Byzantium in the early 4th century, year 330 AD, and named it Constantinople after himself. This city became the surviving safe spot after the breakup of the Western Roman empire by the 5th century. It was by far the largest and richest city in …showed first 85 words of 1190 total…
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…showed last 85 words of 1190 total…They were surprised to be met by such a fierce opposition led by Constantine XI. Finally, when Constantine breathed his last, the Ottomans of Turkey could rejoice at the collapse of the city and the end of the empire.
The end of the Byzantine empire showed an end to a great period in history. Their artwork and culture are still admired today. Their perseverance paid off to help them become the longest standing empire in history. Byzantium is one empire that will never be forgotten.
