What Happened This Year 313

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Religion & Philosophy

Edict of Milan Grants Religious Freedom

June 13th, 313 1711 years ago

The Edict of Milan was a significant proclamation that granted religious freedom to all religions within the Roman Empire. Signed by Emperor Constantine I and co-emperor Licinius in Nicomedia, this edict aimed to end the persecution of Christians and return confiscated properties. The publication of the edict marked a turning point for religious tolerance and the establishment of Christianity as a legally recognized faith.

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