The Second Iconoclasm: Leo V and Michael II | Byzantine History

In the wake of the Nikephorian dynasty's fall, Byzantium was beset on all sides, but in the nick of time a new man rose to the challenge. Leo V, a talented general, was like a breath of fresh air. Yet the situation was grim. Would - indeed, could - he save the day? 00:00 Intro 00:41 The Officers' Origins 05:49 Leo vs Krum 08:49 The Return of Iconoclasm 12:23 Dynastic Matters 13:12 The Amorian's Conspiracy 16:49 Michael's Character 18:06 The Great Revolt 23:05 More Dynastic Matters 24:06 Insular Invasions 26:47 Summing Up 28:18 Outro ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music Used: (In Chronological Order) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mystery Bazaar by Kevin McLeod Prelude and Action by Kevin McLeod Dragon and Toast by Kevin McLeod Teller of the Tales by Kevin McLeod Impact Allegretto by Kevin McLeod Grave Blow by Kevin McLeod Gregorian Chant by Kevin McLeod Drums of the Deep by Kevin McLeod Curse of the Scarab by Kevin McLeod Tabuk by Kevin McLeod For Originz by Kevin McLeod -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------