Greek Fire as depicted in the Madrid Skylitzes
Tervel leads the Bulgars on an attack on the Arabs by Vasil Goranov
Maslama puts Constantinople under siege. The Romans look to the heavens for a sign that God still favours them.
Period: 717-718
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Leo III (from ‘Rulers of the Byzantine Empire’ published by KIBEA)
A solidus of Leo III (from the Dumbarton Oaks collection)
We trace the origins of Leo III from his family’s relocation to Thrace, his service in the Caucasus through to his interaction with the invading Arabs.
Period: 705-716
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Emperors 4, 5 and 6 from the Dumbarton Oaks Coin Collection
Justinian II tries to return to vigorous action but things quickly fall apart. The Arabs advance in the east and a rebellion in Cherson blows up. We meet our fourth, fifth and sixth Emperors.
Period: 705-715
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