How Did Constantine End The Edict Of Milan

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The emperor Constantine is often credited with converting the Roman Empire to Christianity. This is partially because Constantine ended the persecution of Christians. In 312 AD, Constantine faced Western Roman Emperor Maxentius in battle over control over the Western Roman Empire. It is rumored that prior to the start of the battle, Constantine saw a cross in the sky that said “In this sign, thou shalt conquer.” In the end, Constantine did conquer and they say that this was the reason for the conversion of faith. Constantine, now being the Western Roman Emperor, signed the Edict of Milan. The Edict of Milan ensure religious tolerance for Christians because it granted freedom of worship to all. On top of that, Christians were also given