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Isaac Komnenos overthrows Michael VI in 1057

Type Event Region Europe Time 1057

In 1057, Anatolian theme general Isaac Komnenos, resentful of Michael VI's fiscal cuts and lack of military prestige, rose in revolt with John Doukas…

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  1. 1057Anatolian theme · Byzantine EmpireIsaac Komnenos and Anatolian military nobles such as John Doukas of Cephallenia conspired against Michael VI over pay cuts and neglected frontiers. On June 8, 1057, Isaac was acclaimed emperor by his troops in Paphlagonia.
  2. 1057Near Nicaea · BithyniaOn August 20, Isaac's forces defeated the government army led by chief secretary Theodorus at Hades near Nicaea. This decisive victory deprived Michael VI of his last military support and turned the revolt into full success.
  3. 1057Constantinople · Byzantine EmpireAfter his defeat, Michael VI announced his abdication under pressure from the church and the Senate at the end of August, accepting monastic life. Isaac Komnenos became the undisputed new emperor, paving the way for his coronation in September.

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