323 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 3rd century – 4th century – 5th century |
| Decades: | 290s 300s 310s – 320s – 330s 340s 350s |
| Years: | 320 321 322 – 323 – 324 325 326 |
The year 323 AD was a time of important changes in the Roman Empire. A major event that year was a big battle between two powerful leaders, which helped shape the future of the empire.
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What Happened in 323 AD?
A Big Battle: Adrianople
On July 3, 323 AD, a very important battle took place near a city called Adrianople. This battle was between two powerful Roman emperors: Constantine the Great and Licinius. They were fighting for control over the entire Roman Empire.
Who Were Constantine and Licinius?
Constantine the Great was a Roman Emperor who ruled the western part of the Roman Empire. He is famous for being the first Roman emperor to become a Christian. He also moved the capital of the empire to a new city, which he named Constantinople (now Istanbul).
Licinius was another Roman Emperor who ruled the eastern part of the Roman Empire. For a while, he and Constantine ruled together, but they eventually became rivals. They had different ideas about how the empire should be run, and this led to conflict.
The Outcome of the Battle
The Battle of Adrianople was a major victory for Constantine. His army was stronger and more organized. Licinius's forces were defeated, and he had to run away. He fled to a city called Byzantium, hoping to regroup his army.
What Happened Next?
Constantine's victory at Adrianople was a big step towards him becoming the sole ruler of the Roman Empire. This battle helped him gain more power and control. It was a key moment in Roman history, leading to a period of unity under one emperor.
