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Phocas

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Gender Male
Born Thracia
DiedConstantinople
Current partner Leontia
Parents Domentzia
Reign23 November 602 – 5 October 610
Children Domentzia
Siblings Comentiolus
Date of Reg.
Date of Upd.
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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.

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