Bardas Phokas the Younger
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For the father of Nikephoros II, see Bardas Phokas the Elder.
Bardas Phokas (or Phocas) (Greek: Βάρδας Φωκᾶς) (c. 940–13 April 989) was an eminent Byzantine general who took a conspicuous part in three revolts for and against the ruling Macedonian dynasty.
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Bardas Phokas | |
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Nickname(s) | Phocas |
Born | c. 940 Cappadocia, Byzantine Empire (modern-day Turkey) |
Died | April 13, 989 Abydos, Opsikion, Byzantine Empire (modern-day Çanakkale, Turkey) |
Allegiance | Byzantine Empire |
Rank | General |
Battles/wars | Battle of Pankaleia |
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