by: roman-empire.net
Nov 05 2023
The career of Count Belisarius of the Eastern Roman Empire is often overlooked by historians despite his remarkable military achievements.
Belisarius conducted a brilliantly executed military campaign in 533 A.D., leading to the re-conquest of Africa.
Historians sometimes dismiss such victories as "easy" without considering the immense planning, logistics, generalship, and luck involved.
In 467 A.D., a disastrous campaign led by Basiliscus resulted in the loss of a vast fleet and cost the Eastern Roman Empire a substantial amount of gold, leaving the treasury in disarray.
While the Western Roman Empire had fallen in 476 A.D., the Eastern Roman Empire continued to thrive, with half of its territory remaining intact.
Emperor Justinian, upon taking the throne in 527, aimed to drive out barbarian invaders holding the western provinces of the Roman Empire.
The main enemy was the Persian Empire, and Justinian had to negotiate an "Endless Peace" with them to free up eastern regiments for the African invasion.
Many advisors and ministers opposed the African campaign, citing the immense logistical challenges and risks.
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