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The Declaration of War in 1914

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John Comnenus - Eirene - Alexios - the Theotokos

In the upper gallery of Hagia Sophia, in the special area reserved for the clergy, is this famous mosaic of the great Byzantine Emperor and his family - learn more .

Mosaic of Leo VI from the Narthex of Hagia Sophia

This mosaic stands above the main Imperial door from the inner narthex into the sanctuary of Hagia Sophia.  Leo was married too many times and this mosaic was a result of his problems with the Church.

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