The Varangian
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The Varangian Question
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Author : Alexander Valentinovich Riasanovsky
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1969
The Varangian Question written by Alexander Valentinovich Riasanovsky and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1969 with Normans categories.
The Varangian Guard 988 1453
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Author : Raffaele D’Amato
language : en
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Release Date : 2010-06-22
The Varangian Guard 988 1453 written by Raffaele D’Amato and has been published by Osprey Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-06-22 with History categories.
The Varangian Guards were Viking mercenaries who operated far beyond their native shores as an elite force within the Byzantine Armies. Descendants from a legendary line of warriors, the Varangian Guard was formed after a group of Viking mercenaries made a major contribution to the Byzantine Emperor Basil II's victory over rebel forces in 988 AD. These 5,000 men were then retained as Basil's personal guard and would provide loyal service to many successive occupants of the imperial throne. Commonly referred to as 'foreigners' (Etaireia), they were nonetheless absorbed into a new Palatine regiment under command of an officer termed the Akolouthos, who was either a Norsemen or a Rus (Norsemen colonizers of Russia). The Varangians wore mixtures of their native clothing and armor together with a splendid formal Byzantine uniform. But most famously, they always wielded their own traditional battle-axes; this became a sign that the emperor was on the battlefield in person. This is an insightful look of one of the legendary guard units of the medieval world, complete with a dazzling array of artwork plates showing the Varangian Guard in an array of settings from court ceremonies to the battlefield.
The Varangians
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Author : Sverrir Jakobsson
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-10-14
The Varangians written by Sverrir Jakobsson and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-10-14 with History categories.
This book is the history of the Eastern Vikings, the Rus and the Varangians, from their earliest mentions in the narrative sources to the late medieval period, when the Eastern Vikings had become stock figures in Old Norse Romances. A comparison is made between sources emanating from different cultures, such as the Roman Empire, the Abbasid Caliphate and its successor states, the early kingdoms of the Rus and the high medieval Scandinavian kingdoms. A key element in the history of the Rus and the Varangians is the fashioning of identities and how different cultures define themselves in comparison and contrast with the other. This book offers a fresh and engaging view of these medieval sources, and a thorough reassessment of established historiographical grand narratives on Scandinavian peoples in the East.
The Varangian Guard
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Author : Charles River
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-10-06
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*Includes pictures *Includes a bibliography for further reading The Byzantine Empire was the heir to two great cultures that cradled and nurtured European civilization: Greece and Rome. Constantinople, now called Istanbul, became a center of power, culture, trade, and technology poised on the edges of Europe and Asia, and its influence was felt not only throughout Europe but the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia, and the Far East. Coins dating from the reign of Emperor Justinian I (r.527-565) have been found in southern India, and Chinese records show that the "Fulin," as the Chinese named the Byzantines, were received at court as early as 643 CE. For a thousand years, the Byzantine Empire protected Europe from the Islamic Arab Empire, allowing it to pursue its own destiny. Finally, Byzantium was a polyglot society in which a multitude of ethnic groups lived under the emperor prizing peace above war, an inspiration surely for the modern age when divisive nationalism threatens to dominate society once more. Despite all this, the Byzantine Empire is often treated as a medieval oddity, an absolute state stunted by a myopic religion, a corrupt, labyrinthine bureaucracy, and an inability to adapt to change. In truth, none of these judgments bear any serious scrutiny - Byzantium was a strong, organized, highly effective and adaptable civilization for most of its long history. It owed its success in no small part to its military, which, in contrast to the feudal armies of Western Europe and the tribally based forces of the Middle East, operated with a high level of discipline, strategic prowess, efficiency, and organization. At the same time, the Byzantines relied heavily on mercenaries, and the Hetairoi or foreign soldiers formed an important and often vital component of the army. The ability to call upon warriors from many nations demonstrated the power and wealth of the emperor, so they were recruited as much for prestige as for military utility. The most famous of the foreign units was without question the Varangian Guard. The Varangians came from the land in Eastern Europe known in the Middle Ages as Rus, which is now part of modern Russia and Ukraine. They were descendants of Viking warriors from Sweden who came to rule the waterways and population of Russia. Varangian mercenaries were fighting for the Byzantines by the 10th century, and in 988 they formed a permanent elite guard for the emperor. They took an oath of allegiance to him and served directly under the Acolyte or Akolouthos, who was usually of Byzantine origin. They also assumed responsibilities for the security of Constantinople. They served in battles outside the capital, but usually only when necessity called for it. The Varangian Guard's primary duty was always to protect the emperor, and inevitably, the Varangians became a political force, taking part in the numerous palace coups. They displayed a fierce devotion not necessarily to the emperor but to the throne itself - for example, when Emperor Nicephorus II was murdered by John I Tzimiskes in 969, the Varangian Guard immediately pledged its allegiance to the usurper. The Varangian Guard consisted of heavily armored infantry bearing shields, heavy swords, and Norse battle axes, either single-bladed or double-bladed. They were amongst the fiercest and most feared military units in Christendom, which made the unit an attractive station for many soldiers of fortune came to Constantinople hoping to pursue lucrative military careers in the service of the Byzantine emperors. Those from the West were called at various times Frankoi, (Franks), Latinoi (Latins, i.e. Latin Rite Christians), or Normans. Frankish knights were often hired to combat the Turks in the 11th century.
The Varangian Guard At Constantinople
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Author : Richard McGillivray Dawkins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1929
The Varangian Guard At Constantinople written by Richard McGillivray Dawkins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1929 with Istanbul (Turkey) categories.
The Varangian Collection
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Author : Stuart G. Yates
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023-10-03
The Varangian Collection written by Stuart G. Yates and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-03 with categories.
All three books in 'Varangian', a series of medieval historical fiction by Stuart G. Yates, now in one volume! Varangian: It's the mid-11th century, and the Byzantine Empire dominates the world. Within the walls of the great Constantinople, treachery, debauchery and power politics are part of the lives of the ruling elite. Thrust into this heady mix is the Viking adventurer, Harald Hardrada. In the court the new emperor, the deranged Michael the Fifth, extreme danger awaits him at every turn. Soon, Harald becomes a pawn in the various factions' thirst for power. Can he survive this dangerous place, and turn his mind towards regaining what is rightfully his? King Of The Norse: Harald Hardrada turns his attention to the north, towards the throne of Norway. But General Maniakes has something different in mind for him, using Hardrada as an instrument of death and betrayal, and he's not the only one who seeks to rule Byzantium. Hardrada needs treasure to win his crown, and the new Empress Zoe has it. With few resources and even less time, Harald soon faces a difficult choice - and the specter of death is never far away. Origins: On his way north, Harald Hardrada is determined to claim what is rightfully his: Norway's crown. Danger has followed him like a close friend, and on the arduous journey home, he reflects on his life of adventure, tragedy and war. After joining the elite Varangian Guard, his wits and skills in combat have served him well. But will they be enough to fend off the revenge of his enemies?
The Varangians Of Byzantium
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Author : Sigfús Blöndal
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2007-04-16
The Varangians Of Byzantium written by Sigfús Blöndal and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-04-16 with History categories.
This book examines how the Norsemen came to be drawn into the Imperial service.
The Later History Of The Varangian Guard
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Author : Richard McGillivray Dawkins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1947
The Later History Of The Varangian Guard written by Richard McGillivray Dawkins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1947 with Varangians categories.
The Varangian Chronicles Volume One
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Author : Loribelle Hunt
language : en
Publisher: Loribelle Hunt
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The Varangian Chronicles Volume One written by Loribelle Hunt and has been published by Loribelle Hunt this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Fiction categories.
VIKING’S HEART Viking warrior and smuggler, Stone Ulfson is a patient man, but even he has limits. When his mate’s father refuses to release her to his care, Stone arranges for the smuggler to lose a shipment and then demands her in exchange for his debts. Telepath Jolie Hall is ready for her life to change. Being given to a Viking isn’t quite what she had in mind, however. She can’t deny she’s drawn to Stone, but can she trust his claim that she is his destined mate? VIKING’S DREAM Charlie Smith has been hiding from her enemies for most of her life. What better way to finally escape them than join her friends and go to the stars with the Varangians? The stars have a few more surprises than she anticipated, however. Archer Bystrom is determined to claim the fascinating Earthling as his own. She’s beautiful, talented, and strong. The perfect mate for a Viking warrior. But with a galaxy wide war brewing will he have time to convince her they belong together? Or will death steal away his chance? VIKING’S AWAKENING Spy. Assassin. Renegade. King. Zane Gray has been a lot of things, but his latest role is one he was born for—warrior-king of the Varangians. But he would give it up in a heartbeat if he could claim another title. Mate. Seer. Telepath. Mystic. Warrior. Gypsy Ulfson has been waiting for Zane for most of her life. Fate chose him to lead her people, and her to stand witness, but that isn’t the only destiny awaiting them. She has to accept him as her mate or risk the galaxy being destroyed, but is it fair to demand so much from a man destiny has already unduly burdened? And how much of her will survive the process?
Nabites The Varangian
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Author : Sigfús Blöndal
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1939
Nabites The Varangian written by Sigfús Blöndal and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1939 with Byzantine Empire categories.