Theodosius II: The Forgotten Builder of Constantinople's Walls

This episode of Constantinople to Istanbul explores the reign of Theodosius II, the young emperor who oversaw the construction of the Theodosian Walls—the most formidable defensive system of the ancient world. Lucas and Luna discuss how a child emperor, guided by his sister Pulcheria and the prefect Anthemius, transformed a vulnerable Roman capital into an impregnable fortress. They delve into the walls' innovative triple-line design, the role of the Praetorian Prefect, and the political maneuvering that kept the empire stable. The episode also touches on Theodosius' other achievements, including the creation of the Theodosian Code and the founding of the University of Constantinople, revealing a ruler whose legacy is often overshadowed by Justinian's later grandeur. Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on a pivotal but overlooked figure whose foresight shaped the city's fate for over a millennium.

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