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The official opening of Constantine's Bridge built over the Danube between Sucidava (Corabia, Romania) and Oescus (Gigen, Bulgaria) by the Roman architect Theophilus Patricius.
In 328, Emperor Constantine's Bridge over the Danube was officially opened, connecting Sucidava in modern Romania with Oescus in modern Bulgaria.
Commissioned by Emperor Constantine and designed by Theophilus Patricius, the bridge spanned the Danube River, enhancing military and trade routes. The structure linked the Roman provinces of Moesia and Dacia, reinforcing imperial defenses. Built with wooden arches supported by stone piers, it showcased advanced Roman engineering techniques. The crossing facilitated troop movements and economic exchange across the frontier. Its strategic location underscored Constantine’s efforts to secure his empire’s borders along the Danube.
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Constantine's Bridge
Danube
Sucidava
Corabia
Romania
Oescus
Gigen
Bulgaria
Roman