Battle of Mons Lactarius in the context of "Narses"

⭐ In the context of Narses’ military career, the Battle of Mons Lactarius is considered…

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⭐ Core Definition: Battle of Mons Lactarius

The Battle of Mons Lactarius (also known as Battle of the Vesuvius) took place in 552 or 553 AD during the Gothic War (535–554) between Byzantine forces and the Ostrogoths (Goths) near Mount Vesuvius in Italy.

Byzantine forces, led by General Narses confronted the army of the Gothic King Teias in the rugged terrain near Mount Vesuvius. After two months of stalemate, the two sides finally engaged in open battle. Teias was killed in the fighting, marking the collapse of Gothic leadership. The remaining Gothic troops resisted for a short time but ultimately surrendered under negotiated terms. This victory ended Gothic power on the Italian peninsula, allowing the Byzantines to reestablish their authority there.

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👉 Battle of Mons Lactarius in the context of Narses

Narses (also spelled Nerses; Latin pronunciation: [ˈnarseːs]; Armenian: Ներսէս; Greek: Ναρσής; c. 478–573) was a distinguished Roman general and statesman of Armenian heritage, renowned for his critical role in Emperor Justinian I’s military campaigns. Alongside the famed Belisarius, Narses was instrumental in the reconquest of Italy during the Gothic War (535–554), which sought to restore the western provinces of the Roman Empire.

Narses first gained significant recognition by suppressing the Nika riots in 532, using his diplomatic skills and wealth to help quell the revolt. His later campaigns in Italy were marked by decisive victories, most notably at the Battle of Taginae in 552, where he defeated the Ostrogothic king Totila, and at the Battle of Mons Lactarius in 553, effectively ending the Ostrogothic kingdom.

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Battle of Mons Lactarius in the context of Teia

Teia (died 552 or 553), also known as Teja, Theia, Thila, Thela, and Teias, was the last Ostrogothic King of Italy. He led troops during the Battle of Busta Gallorum and had noncombatant Romans slaughtered in its aftermath. In late 552/early 553, he was killed during the Battle of Mons Lactarius. Archaeological records attesting to his rule show up in coinage found in former Transalpine Gaul.

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LINKED FROM (PARENTS)
← Narses ← Teia ← Teias
LINKS TO (CHILDREN)
Mosaic → Basilica of San Vitale → Gothic War (535–554) → Byzantine Empire → Ostrogoths → Vesuvius → Narses → Teias → Italian peninsula →