Byzantine Empire at its Height

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History

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SS.912.W.2.1 Locate the extent of Byzantine territory at the height of the empire.

This learning resource focuses on the Byzantine Empire at its height during the reign of Emperor Justinian I from 527 to 565 CE. It includes maps and information that illustrate the territorial extent of the empire, highlighting its presence across three continents and its major bodies of water. The resource is divided into four parts: Part I examines the empire's geographical reach, Part II discusses its administrative divisions known as Themata, Part III details the reconquests led by General Belisarius, and Part IV emphasizes the significance of Constantinople as the imperial capital. Activities are included to enhance understanding of the empire's structure and historical context.