George Maniakes

East Roman (Byzantine) Greek general

995 CE to 1043 CE

George Maniakes (died 1043) is a prominent Byzantine Greek general during the 11th century.

He is the catepan of Italy in 1042.

He is known as Gyrgir in Scandinavian sagas.

He is popularly said to have been extremely tall and well built, almost a giant.

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Topic: Punti–Hakka Clan Wars
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