Justinian I was viewed as the "Last of the Romans". He was an Eastern Roman Emperor who reigned from 527 to 565 AD. He is considered one of the most important figures in Late Antiquity and is best known for his ambitious project to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. Justinian's reign was marked by significant achievements in law, architecture, and territorial expansion, but it was also marred by wars, famines, and plagues. He was a complex and multifaceted figure who has been both admired and criticized by historians.