This battle could have led to the destruction of Constantinople, but the emergency reinstatement of Theodosius as emperor allowed order to be restored.
This battle could have led to the destruction of Constantinople, but the emergency reinstatement of Theodosius as emperor allowed order to be restored. It was precipitated by Roman abuse of the Visigoths, who were taking refuge on Roman territory from the Huns. The Visigoths revolted and marched on Constantinople; the Emperor Valens attempted to stop them, but his army was crushed and he himself was killed in, FTP, what 378 AD battle?
This battle could have led to the destruction of Constantinople, but the emergency reinstatement of Theodosius as emperor allowed order to be restored.
Adrianople