Gennadius (7th century)
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Gennadius (Greek: Γεννάδιος, romanized: Gennádios, died c. 665), was a Byzantine general who exercised the role of Exarch of Africa from 648 to 665. In 664 Gennadius rebelled against Emperor Constans II and was himself overthrown the next year by a loyalist uprising. He is sometimes enumerated as Gennadius II in reference to the 6th century governor of Africa with the same name.
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Gennadius | |
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Died | c. 665 |
Years of service | 648–665 |
Rank | Exarch of Africa |
Commands held | Exarchate of Africa |
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