Byzantium Timeline

After this battle, Constantine became sole ruler of the Roman Empire.

Constantine agreed to treat the Christians well.

Constantine established first council of Christian bishops.

Odaocer became the first barbarian king of Italy and took over the city of Rome.

Justinian collected up all the old laws, added new ones, and called this body of law 'The Code.'

The first church of the Byzantine Empire was constructed.

The church split into its Greek and Latin branches.

Turkish forces defeated the Byzantine Army in this battle.

Pope Urban asks all Christians in Europe to go to war against Muslims.

Intended to conquer Muslim controlled Jerusalem by means of an invasion through Egypt.