Marko Mrnjavčević

Timeline

1. c. 1335–1365Prilep · North MacedoniaSon of Vukašin Mrnjavčević, he grew up in the Mrnjavčević family domains, received knightly training, and prepared for his future military career.
2. 1365–1389Prilep · North MacedoniaFrom 1365 he co-ruled with his father Vukašin, and after his father's death in battle in 1371 he became King of Prilep. His actual power was limited; he had to submit to the Ottoman sultan, and his lands lay between greater powers.
3. 1389–1395Rovine · WallachiaHe led his troops in the Battle of Kosovo in 1389. Answering the Ottoman summons in 1395, he took part in the invasion of Wallachia and was killed at the Battle of Rovine. After his death, his image, transmitted through epic poetry, made him a Serbian national hero.