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Basil II


 

Basil II "Bulgaroktonus" (in Greek Basilios Bulgaroktonos, written Βασίλειος Βουλγαροκτόνος, (en) "The Bulgar-Slayer" (958December 15, 1025)) Byzantine emperor (January 10, 976December 15, 1025) led the Byzantine Empire to its greatest heights in nearly five centuries. However, he left no worthy heir and most of his achievements were undone by a long line of weak successors.

Related Topics:
Greek - 958 - December 15 - 1025 - Byzantine emperor - January 10 - 976 - Byzantine Empire

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Introduction
Birth and childhood
Early reign and the Russian alliance
Campaigns against the Arabs
Bulgarian and Khazar campaigns
Later years
Assessment
Basil in literature
Bibliography
External links

 

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