Totila
Ostrogoth King and military leader
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None
None years ago
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Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Ruled as king of the Ostrogoths during the Byzantine-Ostrogothic War. Ascended to the throne around 541 and sought to restore the Ostrogothic kingdom in Italy. Conducted military campaigns against the Byzantine Empire, reclaiming significant territories. Implemented policies aimed at winning the support of the local population and promulgated relative stability during his reign. Died in battle against the Byzantine general Belisarius in 552, marking the decline of Ostrogothic power in Italy.
Ruled as king of the Ostrogoths from 541
Led military campaigns in Italy against Byzantines
Reclaimed large territories from Byzantine control
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