Hello Class, So many topics, so little time! One of my hobbies is to read about history and historic events. There is an old adage that states that "History is written by the victors." I always try to study history from both sides (victors and vanquished) so that I can better learn the reasons for the events. Naturally, I could have selected an easy and somewhat dull topic. However, where is the interest and chance for lively discussion in that? I had considered, but decided against, a topic on the "True Cause(s) of the American Revolution", "Was Florida a Strategic Hindrance to the Confederacy" or "Were There Weapons of Mass Destruction in Iraq". Controversy, promotes discussion, and discussion hopefully leads to learning. Some historical …show more content…
Why did you pick this topic? I selected this topic based upon my deep interest in Roman history and the controversial topic of religion. 2. 2. What do I already know about it? I have a general knowledge regarding the post Republic era of Roman and further knowledge on a select number of Roman leaders, battles and early Christian religious sects and power struggles. 3. 3. What is my goal in acquiring new information through my research? An answer, if not by documented proof, then at least by strong circumstantial evidence. 4. 4. What information will I want to share with my reader? The details of the religious leader who baptized Constantine the Great. Information on Constantine himself and the rivalry of the early Christian church and the power struggle for Orthodox beliefs. My thesis statement is: Despite being sainted by the Orthodox church, Constantine the Great was not baptized as an Orthodox Christian. After you post your thesis statement, discuss how you arrived at that one sentence. The thesis statement is the true focal point of the essay. What process of thought led to that sentence? Studying the power struggles of the early Christian Orthodox church and the Arian (not the white racist type) sect of