Historical Events from This Year 330
Politics & Government
Constantine Dedicates New Rome as Capital
May 11th, 330 1694 years ago
Constantine the Great dedicated the city of Byzantium, significantly expanded and rebuilt, and renamed it New Rome. This dedication marked the establishment of a new capital for the Eastern Roman Empire, chosen for its strategic location that combined the strengths of the East and West, making it an economic and cultural hub. The city's location at the crossroads of trade routes further bolstered its importance.
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