Neo Byzantium

How Justinian Revived Gothic Italy: Rise of Totila (part 2)

The Vizier — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:52:11 +0000

Justinian’s policies continued to turn the people of Italy against him. Find out how the young Gothic king Totila seized this chance to revive the Goths. Related posts:

How Justinian Revived Gothic Italy (part 1)

The Vizier — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:28:20 +0000

Belisarius managed to conquer Gothic Italy for his master. But instead of ruling well and wisely, learn how Justinian helped the Goths to rise against him. Related posts:

The Persian Invasion: The Road to Peace (part 3)

The Vizier — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:03:23 +0000

The outbreak of the plague proved to be the turning point for the war between Persia and Byzantium. Find out how it led to peace. Related posts:

The Persian Invasion: Unfavourable Times (part 2)

The Vizier — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 04:49:16 +0000

Justinian hoped that Belisarius’s return to the Persian front signalled the defeat of the Persians. But he was let down. Find out what happened. Related posts:

The Vengeance of Belisarius

The Vizier — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:48:14 +0000

Antonina had long played Belisarius for a fool, carrying on a blatant affair with their son under his nose. Find out how Belisarius avenged himself. Related posts:

The Weakness of Belisarius

The Vizier — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:46:41 +0000

Belisarius was almost invincible on the battlefield. But though he could beat his enemies in battle, he could not overcome his one great weakness. Related posts:

The Persian Invasion: Khusrau’s Goal (part 1)

The Vizier — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 16:04:15 +0000

In any war, the final outcome is peace on the victor’s terms. What was Khusrau’s goal and how would he force Justinian to comply with his terms? Related posts:

Why Khusrau Chose to Attack the Byzantine Empire

The Vizier — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:11:49 +0000

Khusrau agree to make peace with the Byzantines in 532. But in 540, he broke the peace and invaded the empire. Find out the causes that led to this war. Related posts:

Belisarius: 5 Reasons I Want Him to Lead My Armies

The Vizier — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 13:09:19 +0000

Although Belisarius was his best general, Justinian did not give him his full support due to mistrust. I on the other hand have 5 reasons to trust Belisarius. Related posts:

How Theodora Championed the Rights of Women

The Vizier — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 09:08:06 +0000

Women in Byzantine society were better off compared to women in other civilizations because of Theodora. Find out how she championed their rights. Related posts: