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Byzantine-Sassanian War (602-628 CE): The Last Great War of Antiquity (2023)
After many years of conflict, the Sassanians and Byzantines fought one last great war that nearly destroyed both empires.
Bowl with a Triumphal Bacchanalian Scene, Sassanian 5th-7th Century CE From The Smithsonian National Museum of Asian ArtThe Byzantine-Sassanian war began with the Persians defeating the army that Phocas sent to Edessa and killing its commander. Golden Coin Depicting Heraclius and son, Byzantine 610-641 CE, From The British MuseumHeraclius’ army was able to enter Constantinople without much resistance and quickly captured Phocas. Silver Plate Depicting David Slaying a Lion, Byzantine 629-630 CE From The Metropolitan Museum of ArtHeraclius recognized the peril that was facing the empire and took drastic measures to reverse the situation.
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