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Byzantine Military and The Fall of Constantinople

Byzantine Military and The Fall of Constantinople. Mr. Fitzpatrick. Objectives. The students will understand how the Byzantine Empire was able to remain strong for over 1000 years. The students will be able to tell me the reasons for the decline and eventual fall of the Byzantine Empire.

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Byzantine Military and The Fall of Constantinople

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  1. Byzantine Military and The Fall of Constantinople Mr. Fitzpatrick

  2. Objectives • The students will understand how the Byzantine Empire was able to remain strong for over 1000 years. • The students will be able to tell me the reasons for the decline and eventual fall of the Byzantine Empire.

  3. History • The Byzantine Empire lasted from about 306AD until 1453 AD, more than 1000 years. • During its existence, the empire remained one of the most powerful economic, cultural, and military forces in Europe. • Where did their military originate? • What do we know about the Roman military? • So the foundation of the Byzantine army is the Roman army, a Very Strong Foundation.

  4. Weaponry • Greek Fire – like an Ancient Flame Thrower, but the fire burned on water (very secretive recipe). • Trebuchet – projected large stones into the air, over walls. • Grenades – jars full of Greek fire hurled using catapults and trebuchets.

  5. Famous Generals • Belisarius – The most famous Byzantine General. Justinian chose him to begin the reconquest of the Western Roman territories. He also helped put down the Nika Revolt. • Narses – Another of Justinian’s generals. Took back Italy from the Ostrogoths. Also aided in the Nika Revolt.

  6. Byzantine Theme System • Localized Armies that could organize quickly. • They were motivated because they were fighting for the own towns, farms, and families. • Do we have something similar to this today?

  7. Byzantine Tagmata • This was the professional army. • They turned into the Elite Troops, who were highly paid by the Imperial Government (The Emperor).

  8. The Decline of the EmpireFrom the Inside (Internally)

  9. The Decline of the EmpireFrom the outside (Externally)

  10. The Fall of Constantinople Fall of Constantinople • History

  11. Ten Interesting Facts about the Byzantine Empire • Click Here

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