The Militarium in Byzantium Novum is dedicated to the preservation of the military history of the Eastern Roman Empire. We promote living history through reenactment, education, and maintaining an honorary military order within our nation.
Historically the Byzantine Army was the direct continuation of the armies of ancient Rome. It remained one of the most organized and powerful military forces in the world for over a thousand years.
Soldiers of the Byzantine (Eastern Roman) Empire were trained and equipped in the ancient Roman manner, and the Byzantine Army remained primarily organized as Roman Legions until the 7th century.
From the 8th century onward the Byzantine Army evolved new methods to meet new challenges. Even so the Byzantine Army relied on Roman organization and discipline until the fall of Constantinople in 1453 AD. It never ceased to consider itself the Army of Rome.
Citizens interested in Byzantine military history are invited to participate in our Military Forum. If you would like to become involved in historical recreation and reenactment, contact Baduila Chalkeus, the Grand Chancellor of Byzantium Novum.