The Identity of Three Ancient Harbours
Historians have often wondered whether the three names—Tortus Novus, the Harbour of Sophia, and the Harbour of Julian—referred to the same place. Careful examination...
The Bucoleon in the Final Days of Byzantium
The Palace of Bucoleon is mentioned for the last time in Byzantine history during the final fall of Constantinople. According to the historian Phrantzes,...
The Palace of Bucoleon and Its Historical Context
The Palace of Bucoleon, sometimes called “Chastel de Bouchelyon,” has been a subject of debate among historians. Some, like Labarte, suggest that the name...
