The Wars of Justinian I

Details the Roman army of Justinian – equipment, organization, leadership, strategy and tactics – illustrated with strategic maps and tactical battle diagrams.

Justinian I was the last great conquering Roman emperor, who dramatically increased the size of his realm although he never actually led an army in person. His long reign (527—565) was devoted to the challenging project of renovatio imperii, that is the renovation of Empire. His was the will and vision behind campaigns that saw the re...