Defensive preparations made at Constantinople in advance of the arrival of the crusaders

Summary:
Manuel I repaired the walls and seems to have covered them with bright fabrics. The main image used is that of New Rome as an aged female, in need of renovatio from Manuel, involving cosmetics, bridal clothes etc. 
Dates:
1147: 
Emperor Manuel I Komnenos (Manuel 1)
  • The main image used is that of New Rome as an aged female, in need of renovatio from Manuel, involving cosmetics, bridal clothes etc.; Manuel repaired the walls and covered them with bright fabrics (:) Manganeios Prodromos 24.1-44