Constantine the Great

Constantine the Great

I had the great honor to interview the creator of Constantinople, and one of the truly Great greats, Constantine. I hope you enjoy the wisdom he shared with me, and now I with you.


Q: How did you come to power?

A: Well, I was born in 272 CE, and my power was aquired through me moving up the ranks from officer to what I'm most well known for, emperor. I was high enough in power when Diocletian divided the empire that I got a piece of it. Gradually I gained more power until I was emperor over both halfs, east and west.

Q: What is Constantinople?

A: Constantinople is a city that I built in the eastern region of my empire. This was also where I moved the capital of my great land. This city is my pride and glory. The one thing that really stands out to me that is magnificent, is the church, mu church. This church is commonly called Hagia Sophia, which means Holy Wisdom. We had a prime time location! Boy do I know how to pick 'em! We were on a peninsula, which was wonderful for trade and security. Not many people attacked us from the water. Ah, all I can hope is that many wonderful city doesn't die with me.

Q: How do you think your rule an creation of Constantinople will impact the future?

A: I would have to say that by accepting all these forms of culture and religion, I really expanded the cultural, shall we say, horizons. This was such a big thing that I don't think it just affected my rule, I think it really affected all of Europe. My only hope is that this will function far into the future!