The History Of The Arch Of Constantine

The Arch of Constantine I was erected in the year of 315 CE. This historical monument celebrates the “Roman Empire Constantine’s victory over Roman tyrant Maxentinus on October 28th 312 Ce at the battle of Milvian Bridge of Rome.”(Cartwright). The Arch of Constantine is unique because of being the “largest surviving Roman triumphal arch and the last great monument of Imperial Rome”. (Cartwright). The purpose of building the monument was to celebrate the decennia of Constantine which took place on July 25, 315. In an article relating to this topic it says “the Senate granted the privilege to build a Triumphal Arch in the center of Rome.” (Arch of Constantine). Throughout the history of Rome, the creation of arches were symbols that were associated