Born: 27 February AD 272 · Died: 22 May AD 337 · Age at death: 65
How old was Constantine the Great when he died?
Constantine the Great died aged 65. He was born on 27 February AD 272 and died on 22 May AD 337.
Roman emperor who converted to Christianity, legalised it with the Edict of Milan and founded Constantinople
Did you know?He was the first Roman ruler to convert to Christianity, following a vision he reportedly saw before a major battle.
Quick facts
Date of birth27 February AD 272
Date of death22 May AD 337
Age at death65
NationalityRoman
BirthplaceNiš, Serbia
Occupationpolitician, military personnel, sovereign
Editor's Take:
Constantine changed the course of world history in a few decisive moves. His support for Christianity turned a persecuted faith into the favoured religion of the empire. He also founded Constantinople, which would be the capital of the eastern empire for over a thousand years. His decisions shaped the church, the map of Europe and the politics of the Mediterranean. Few rulers have left such a lasting legacy.
Key Milestones
306: York – proclaimed emperor
312: Milvian Bridge – decisive victory
313: Edict of Milan – religious tolerance
325: Council of Nicaea – church gathering
Constantine I (27 February 272 – 22 May 337), also known as Constantine the Great, was Roman emperor from AD 306 to 337 and the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity.
Constantine the Great's birthday is February 27. He was born on February 27, AD 272 in Niš, Serbia.
How old was Constantine the Great when he died?
Constantine the Great died on May 22, AD 337, aged 65.
Who shares a birthday with Constantine the Great?
Famous people who share Constantine the Great's February 27 birthday include John Steinbeck, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Ernest Renan and Joanne Woodward.
