The History of Rome

Julian the Pre-Apostate explores Constantius II's struggles, Julian's transition from Christianity to Paganism, his campaign to expel German invaders from Gaul, challenges faced during the campaign, and the Battle of Strauss Borg that solidified Julian's reputation as a leader.

Constantius II defeats Magnentius in a decisive battle. Constantius executes Gallus and Claudius Silvanus. Constantius' far-sighted strategy leads him to triumph over Magnentius. Constantius Gaulus reigns and eventually falls, leading to the elevation of Julian.

The podcast explores the division of power in the Roman Empire and the conflicts between Constantius II and Constance. It delves into the involvement of emperors in church politics, the continuous warfare, and the downfall of Constance and rise of Magnentius. The power dynamics between Magnentius, Vatranio, and Constantius are examined, and the chapter ends with Constantius seeking revenge on Magnetius.

The three sons of Constantine took control of the Empire following the death of their father and the murder of most of their extended family.

Constantine was baptized on his deathbed after arranging a plan for succession.

Live and direct from Old Rome!

This episode brought to you live and direct from Constantinople! After defeating Licinius, Constantine found his dream of a united Christian Empire foiled by a very disunited Christian Church.

War between Licinius and Constantine flared up again in 324 AD. This time Constantine would finish the job.

Constantine and Licinius split up the Empire following the death of Maximinus Daia in 313. It did not take long for relations betweent the two Emperors to turn sour.

In 313 AD, Maximinus Daia and Licinus fought for control of the Eastern Roman Empire.