The Arab-Byzantine Wars and the Early Middle Ages
by
T. Peisker, E.W. Brooks, Camile Jullian
Language: English
Release Date: February 25, 2016
The Arabs first invaded Asia Minor during the commotions of 641. In 642 a plan of Valentine for a combined attack on them was frustrated by his defeat; but Theodore and Procopius penetrated as far as Batnae, and an Armenian force occupied Amida and nearly reached Edessa before they were routed. In...