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What was the impact of Constantine V setting Christian populations in Thrace?

  • Raised tensions with the Arabs

  • Led to war with the Pope

  • Strengthened Byzantium's grip on the Balkan territories

  • Caused internal rebellion within Byzantium

Answer

Constantine V, the Byzantine Emperor, was responsible for setting Christian populations in Thrace, a region in the Balkans. This was done in order to strengthen Byzantium's grip on the area, which was often under attack from the Slavs and other groups. The Christian populations were able to provide military support and to help to spread Byzantine culture and language.
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