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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