Galla Placidia
Aelia Galla Placidia (392 - November 27, 450) was the Empress consort of Constantius III, Western Roman Emperor. She also was the daughter of Roman Emperor Theodosius I and his second wife Galla. She herself was a fervant Christian and was involved in the building and restoration of various churches throughout her period of influence.
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Connected Sites
- Old City of Jerusalem: She restored the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Ravenna: Her mausoleum is here (though it does not contain her remains)
- Rome: She restored and somewhat expanded the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
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