Q: It is wonderful to have you with us today. Let's begin the interview by discussing your childhood in brief.
A: Of course. I was born under the name of Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus in 274 AD in Naissus. At the time of my birth, the east and west were divided under the Roman emperor, Diocletian. My father, Constantinus, ruled over Western Europe under Diocletian, and I frequently assisted him. When he died in 306, I was named the heir, and this became the beginning of my Roman reign.
Q: What important actions did you take once you came into power?
A: I myself take great pride in the beliefs of Christianity, and once I came into power I strove to convert all of Europe to Christianity. At this time, the power of the Roman Empire was divided among four emperors, myself being one of them. In 312 I fought a fierce battle with Maxentius, one of the other co-emperors. This battle, known as the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, ended in my favor, and after this victory, this system of power division began to decline. I became the sole role ruler of Rome, and this victory also inspired my great conversion of Europe to Christianity. I hoped to united Europe under religion in times of war. I am also the first Christian Roman Emperor in history. Also during my reign, I issued the Edict of Milan, which we will discuss later.
Q: What city did you establish based on your own name? Explain.
A: During the early years of my reign, the Byzantine Empire was on the rise. I moved the capital of Byzantium to Constantinople, and this city became a wonderful, worldly-known city very soon. Constantinople is now one of the most prosperous, wealthy cities in the world, with beautiful architecture, religion, and a steady economy.
Q: What is the Edict of Milan?
A: The Edict of Milan is a letter created by myself and Emperor Licinius of Eastern Rome in 313 AD. This document grants all people of Europe freedom of religion, and therefore the right to practice any religion of their choosing at no persecution.
Thank you so much for your time Constantine!
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