In 484, an officer named Leontius was crowned emperor to challenge the Byzantine throne
In a bold challenge to the Byzantine throne, a general named Leontius was crowned emperor in 484, sparking a rebellion that briefly shifted the seat of power to Antioch.
During the summer of 484, the Roman officer Leontius declared himself the rightful Eastern Emperor at Tarsus. Supported by the influential general Illus, Leontius managed to enter Antioch, where he was formally recognized and established his temporary capital. This move was a direct strike against Emperor Zeno, fueled by internal religious and political tensions.
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