Historical Events tagged with "Bessas"
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Military & Warfare
King Vitiges Assaults Rome's City Walls
March 21st, 537 1487 years ago
King Vitiges attempted to breach Rome's northern and eastern defenses but faced strong resistance. The Byzantine generals, Bessas and Peranius, commanded a brave defense at the Praenestine Gate, known as the Vivarium. Their leadership thwarted the assault, preserving the city under siege. The event showcased the strategic importance of the gate and the defenders' resolve amidst the Gothic War.
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