Komnenian military reforms

The Komnenian military reforms, initiated by Emperor Alexios I Komnenos in the late 11th and early 12th centuries, focused on strengthening the Byzantine army to better defend against external threats. These reforms included reorganizing the army into more flexible and professional units, such as the "pronoia" system where land grants supported soldiers financially. They also improved training, equipment, and logistics, and relied more on trained, loyal soldiers rather than relying heavily on mercenaries or local militia. Overall, these measures aimed to create a more disciplined, effective, and responsive military capable of defending the empire’s borders.