Phocas
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Gender | Male |
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Born | Thracia |
Died | Constantinople |
Current partner | Leontia |
Parents | Domentzia |
Reign | 23 November 602 – 5 October 610 |
Children | Domentzia |
Siblings | Comentiolus |
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Date of Upd. | |
ID | 3486719 |
Phocas Life story
Phocas was Byzantine emperor from 602 to 610. The early life of Phocas is largely unknown, but he rose to prominence in 602, as a leader in the revolt against Emperor Maurice. Phocas captured Constantinople and overthrew Maurice on 23 November 602. He declared himself emperor on the same day.