Born in 866
Leo VI the Wise
Byzantine Emperor and scholar
Born
September 19th, 866 1158 years ago
Died
May 11th, 912 1112 years ago — 45 years old
Born in 866, ascended the Byzantine throne in 886. Reigned during a period of significant cultural and legal development. Focused on administrative reforms and military consolidation. Authored important works, including the 'Taktika,' a military manual. Died in 912.
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