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What was Justinian's primary title during his military career?

  • Magister Militum

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  • Magister Militum Per Orientem

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The answer to this question is Magister Militum Per Orientem. This was the highest military position in the eastern half of the Roman Empire, and it gave Justinian command over all of the troops in the region. This included the armies of the provinces of Thrace, Illyricum, and the Oriens, as well as the navy based at Constantinople.
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