Person547–610
Phocas
Eastern Roman emperor from 602 to 610, a centurion who led the mutiny of the Danube army against Maurice and had him and his sons executed. His reign saw purges and a Persian invasion of the eastern provinces; he was overthrown and beheaded by Heraclius.
- Dates
- c. 547 – 5 October 610
- Events
- 2 events
- Regions
- Balkans and Anatolia
- In the threads
- Early medieval Europe (500–1000)
Events
- Phocas overthrows Maurice23 November 602 · Balkans and Anatolia
- Reign of Heraclius5 October 610 – 11 February 641 · Balkans and Anatolia