Summary In the opening film of this series on the Byzantine empire, John Romer traces the origins and growth of Byzantium, which under the aegis of Emperor Constantine developed from a small Greek town into a vast empire. The newly named Constantinople soon became a match for Rome. Romer also shows how it rapidly became known as a religious center and as a cradle of great art and architecture.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : John Romer
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Sep 6, 1997
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Production companies : The Learning Channel (TLC) ABTV IBIS Films
Summary In the opening film of this series on the Byzantine empire, John Romer traces the origins and growth of Byzantium, which under the aegis of Emperor Constantine developed from a small Greek town into a vast empire. The newly named Constantinople soon became a match for Rome. Romer also shows how it rapidly became known as a religious center and as a cradle of great art and architecture.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Sep 6, 1997
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Production companies : The Learning Channel (TLC) ABTV IBIS Films
