Justinian the Great
Justinian I, also known as Justinian the Great, was a 6th century AD Byzantine emperor who reigned for close to four decades. He is best known for his numerous judicial...
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10 Most Famous Byzantine Emperors and Empresses
The Byzantine Empire, which was an extension of the Roman Empire, was one of the longest-running and most powerful empires in global history. Spanning from around 330-1453, the empire had...
Nika Riots: History, Causes and Aftermath
Five years after ascending the throne of the Byzantine Empire, Justinian I (also known as Justinian the Great) did not only have to contend with the troubles brewing with Persia...
Greatest Achievements of Justinian I
Born Petrus Sabbatius to Sabbatius and Vigilantia, Justinian I succeeded his uncle, Justin I, who had adopted and educated him. Justin admired the enthusiasm of his cousin and made him...
Empress Theodora: 9 Major Accomplishments
Most known for being the wife of the Byzantine emperor Justinian I (482 CE – 565 CE), Empress Theodora was arguably the most powerful woman in the history of the...
