Historical Events tagged with "Leo V"
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Military & Warfare
Krum's Victory at Versinikia
June 22nd, 813 1211 years ago
The Bulgars, led by Khan Krum, decisively defeat the Byzantine army near Edirne. This loss compels Emperor Michael I to abdicate the throne, making way for Leo V the Armenian, who assumes the Byzantine leadership following this military setback. The confrontation signifies a crucial shift in power dynamics between the Byzantine Empire and the Bulgar state during this turbulent period.
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