The Plague of Justinian was a bubonic plague pandemic that ravaged the Byzantine Empire and much of the Mediterranean world from 541 to 549 AD. It was one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, killing an estimated 25 million people.
The plague is named after the Byzantine emperor Justinian, who was one of its most famous victims. Justinian contracted the plague in 542 AD, but he survived and went on to rule for another 38 years.
The Plague of Justinian had a devastating impact on the Byzantine Empire. It killed millions of people, weakened the empire's military and economy, and led to a decline in the empire's power and prestige.
The plague also had a significant impact on the rest of the Mediterranean world. It spread to North Africa, Italy, Gaul, Spain, and the Middle East, killing millions of people and causing widespread social and economic disruption.
The Plague of Justinian is a reminder of the devastating impact that infectious diseases can have on human populations. It also highlights the importance of public health measures in preventing the spread of disease.