Tag Archives: Constantinople

Constantinople was the capital of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire. Located in modern-day Turkey, it was re-named Istanbul.

The Golden Eagles on Constantine XI’s Shoes

The golden eagles embroidered on Constantine XI’s shoes.

Reflecting on Emperor Constantine XI’s final prayers at the Hagia Sophia on the eve of the fall of Constantinople.

“Whoever wishes to escape, let him save himself if he can; and whoever is ready to face death, let him follow me!”