Constantius Chlorus divorced her (circa 292) to marry the step-daughter of Maximian, Flavia Maximiana Theodora[?]. Helena's son, Constantine later became emperor of the Roman Empire, and following his elevation she became a presence at the imperial court.
She is also considered by some Christians to be a saint, famed for her piety. Eusebius records the details of her pilgrimage to Palestine and other eastern provinces. She is traditionally credited with the finding of relics of the cross of Christ. Her feast day (as as saint of the Roman Catholic Church) falls on August 18.
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