Justinian I Justinian had a very significant role in world There are many things that are overlooked when speaking of Justinian. For instance,Justinian was a great architect. Many times we overlook the little characteristics of Justinian and wefocus on the code of Justinian. Justinian was born a barbarian, probably born of Slavic parents inIllyia. We know nothing of his early years except that his uncle adopted him. His uncle was Justin I,the emperor of Constantinople. Then in 527 A.D., Justin made Justinian a co-ruler. Four monthslater, when Justin died, Justinian became the sole emperor. This was the beginning of Justinian’sfamous rule, which lasted from 527 A.D. through 565 A.D. (The Reign of Justinian). The reign ofJustinian was significant in many ways. First of all, it marked the final end of the Roman Empire. Itwas the establishment of the New Byzantine empire. It was also the beginning of WesternEurope’s unique position within the civilization of the old world. The religion of Islam spreadand the Franks rose to power (The Reign of Justinian). Among other things, Justinian’s rule saw aflourishment in the areas of architecture, the arts, and literature. It was a time of re-building for theempire. Justinian pursued an ambitious dream of restoring the old Roman Empire. In fact, Justinianled the Byzantine army in many wars to regain this land. These wars destroyed much of the greatarchitecture that Justinian himself had created. More than any other series of events before of sincethat time. Justinian was successful in driving out the Ostrogoths from Italy, and the Vandals fromAfrica. During the western wars Justinian bought peace with the Persians, weakened theempire, and oppressed his subjects (Justinian). Justinian tried to r...
