People Who Died in 803
Irene of Athens
Byzantine Empress and ruler
Died
August 9th, 803 1221 years ago — None years old
Byzantine ruler served as Empress from 797 to 802. Irene rose to power after deposing her son, Constantine VI. Her reign marked significant political and religious developments, including the restoration of the veneration of icons. Irene also became the first woman to hold the title of Empress regnant in the Byzantine Empire. Her rule was characterized by efforts to stabilize the empire amid internal struggles and external threats.
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