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The Usurpation of Phocas (AD 602): A Catalyst for Imperial Instability

The dawn of the 7th century brought a seismic shift to the Byzantine Empire, as the reign of Emperor Maurice concluded in a violent overthrow. In AD 602, Phocas, a centurion, orchestrated a brutal power grab, seizing the imperial throne through a military coup. This...

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