Marcus: Biography, Facts and Career
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Marcus (Greek: Μᾶρκος; died August 476) was the son of the Eastern Roman general and usurper Basiliscus and Zenonis. He was acclaimed caesar in 475 and later promoted to augustus, ruling as junior co-emperor to his father. When Zeno reoccupied Constantinople in late August 476, Marcus, with his parents, hid in a church. Zeno swore he would not spill their blood, and instead had them exiled to Limnae in Cappadocia, where they were then starved to death.
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- Full name: Marcus
- Born: 0500-01-01
- Nationality: Byzantine Empire
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q118186
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Who is Marcus?
Marcus (Greek: Μᾶρκος; died August 476) was the son of the Eastern Roman general and usurper Basiliscus and Zenonis.
What nationality is Marcus?
Marcus is Byzantine Empire.
When was Marcus born?
Marcus was born on 0500-01-01.
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