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Which emperor moved the capital of the Western Roman Empire from Mediolanum to Ravenna?

  • Honorius

  • Arcadius

  • Constantine I

  • Theodosius I

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Emperor Honorius moved the capital of the Western Roman Empire from Mediolanum to Ravenna in the early 5th century. Ravenna's marshy surroundings and strong fortifications provided better protection against barbarian invasions.
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