Babak Behruwan

Babak Behruwan[1] was a Sasanian military commander who is mostly known for his major role in the reformation of the Sasanian military. Al-Tabari describes him as "a man of noble birth known for his magnanimous qualities and capability."[2] However, according to the Shahnameh, Babak was a priest.

References

  1. ↑ http://www.kavehfarrokh.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/Decline_and_Fall_of_the_Sasanian_Empire.pdf
  2. ↑ http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/babak-2-6th-cent


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