The Byzantine Empire, also referred to as the Eastern Roman Empire or Byzantium, was the continuation of the Roman Empire in its eastern provinces during Late Antiquity and the Middle Ages, when its capital city was Constantinople. It survived the fragmentation and fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD and...
Armenian Infantry of Byzantium – Ian Heath (2004)
Illustration of Armenian Infantry on an Ivory casket saluting their commander, from the book: “Byzantine Armies 886 – 1118” by Ian Heath (2004). Notice the salute sign that is adopted by modern militaries.
