Thoros III

Armenian king from the Kingdom of Cilicia

Thoros III - Armenian king from the Kingdom of Cilicia
Born

None
None years ago

Died

July 23rd, 1298
726 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Armenia

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Ruled the Kingdom of Cilicia from 1280 until 1298. Oversaw a period of relative stability and faced challenges from both neighboring states and internal factions. Engaged with various alliances and efforts to maintain the territory's independence amid regional conflicts.

Strengthened the kingdom's alliances

Defended against external threats

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