The Roman Empire, Continued

The video explores the Byzantine identity, emphasizing its self-perception as a continuation of the Roman Empire, with Constantinople as the 'New Rome.' It highlights the continuity of Roman institutions and law, particularly through Justinianic law, which preserved knowledge of earlier Roman legal practices. The video also discusses the significant Greek influence in the Eastern Roman Empire, a legacy of Alexander the Great's conquests, making Greek the language of administration and power.

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