On 30 April 311, Roman Emperor Galerius issued the Edict of Toleration, officially ending the widespread persecution of Christians within the Roman Empire and granting them the right to practise their faith openly.
Roman Empire ends persecution of Christians
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On 30 April 311, Emperor Galerius issued the Edict of Toleration, bringing an end to Christian persecution in the Roman Empire
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Publisted at 8:44 AM, Wed Apr 30th, 2025
