Justin II

Monarch

0520 – 0578

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Who was Justin II?

Justin II was Byzantine Emperor from 565 to 574. He was the husband of Sophia, nephew of Justinian I and the Empress Theodora, and was therefore a member of the Justinian Dynasty. His reign is marked by war with Persia and the loss of the greater part of Italy. He presented the Cross of Justin II to Saint Peter's, Rome.

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0520
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  • Eastern Orthodox Church
Died
Oct 4, 0578

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on July 23, 2013

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