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Can Byzantium under Justinian or any competent 5th or 6th century emperor conquer Nubia and Kush?

This is something Nero allegedly planned to do before his death.

This would have a few benefits. One it would strengthen Byzantine Egypt's southern frontier. Two it would allow for eventual Roman conquest of the Horn of Africa. Three the Nubians were famed warriors and especially archers-I imagine an auxiliary force would be useful in the Persian conflicts.

Also at this point there was the shared cultural connection of Christianity making Roman suzerainty more easily swallowed by Nubian and Kushite Kings.

Thoughts?
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