Why the survival of Rome depended on a city in the East
In short: Historian Anthony Kaldellis explains how Constantinople served as the vital heart of the Roman Empire's longevity, transforming from a strategic outpost into the seat of a new imperial identity.
In this discussion, historian Anthony Kaldellis explores the transition of power and cultural continuity between Rome and its eastern successor. He argues that Constantinople was not merely a secondary capital but a fundamental pillar that allowed Roman civilization to persist for centuries after the West fell.
Kaldellis provides context on 'The New Roman Empire,' examining how the Byzantine era maintained Greco-Roman traditions while adapting to new geographical and political realities.
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