Battle of Milvian Bridge
Constantine defeats Maxentius at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge and becomes the dominant ruler in the western Roman Empire.
Historical events in 312
14 historical records
October 3122 historical events
Entry into Rome
Constantine enters Rome after defeating Maxentius and is welcomed as the victorious western emperor.
Praetorian Guard Disbanded
Constantine disbands the Praetorian Guard after its support for Maxentius and dismantles its military camp in Rome.
Vision before Milvian Bridge
Christian sources later report that Constantine experienced a religious vision before his decisive campaign against Maxentius.
Arrest of Lucian of Antioch
Lucian of Antioch is arrested & martyred
Death of Lucian of Antioch
Death of Lucian of Antioch
Execution of Lucian of Antioch
Lucian of Antioch is arrested & martyred
Invasion of ThraceI
Galerius dies & Maximus II Daia, ruler of Egypt & Syria attempts to capture Thrace
Commander of Cavalry and Infantry
Appointed Commander of Emperor Maxentius cavalry & infantry
Battle of Turin
Constantine defeats Maxentian cavalry near Turin and continues his advance across northern Italy.
Battle of Verona
Constantine defeats forces loyal to Maxentius at Verona, removing a major obstacle on the road toward Rome.
Capture of Segusium
Constantine captures Segusium after encountering resistance during his advance into northern Italy.
Crossing of the Alps
Constantine crosses the Alps with his army to begin the Italian campaign against Maxentius.
Invasion of Thrace
Defeats Maximus II Daia in battle