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Theodoric the Goth

Theodoric the Goth

Written by: Thomas Hodgkin
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 Theodoric the Great (~454-526) was a pivotal figure in the history of the Ostrogoths during the waning days of the Western Roman Empire. After a tumultuous journey through the Balkans—where he alternated between alliances and conflicts with the Eastern Empire—he was invited by Emperor Zeno to invade Italy on the Empires behalf. Theodoric triumphed over the Germanic king Odovacar, who had previously deposed the last Emperor of the West, and went on to establish the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy. Known as the King of the Goths and Romans in Italy, he ruled with a focus on civilitas, ushering in an era marked by stability and prosperity. (Patrick Eaton)Copyright Biographies 2.0 Political Science Politics & Government Science Social Sciences World
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  • 22 - Theodoric the Goth by Thomas Hodgkin

    22 - Theodoric the Goth by Thomas Hodgkin
    Aug 19 2025
    Theodoric the Great (~454-526) was a pivotal figure in the history of the Ostrogoths during the waning days of the Western Roman Empire. After a tumultuous journey through the Balkans—where he alternated between alliances and conflicts with the Eastern Empire—he was invited by Emperor Zeno to invade Italy on the Empires behalf. Theodoric triumphed over the Germanic king Odovacar, who had previously deposed the last Emperor of the West, and went on to establish the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy. Known as the King of the Goths and Romans in Italy, he ruled with a focus on civilitas, ushering in an era marked by stability and prosperity. (Patrick Eaton)
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    50 mins
  • 21 - Theodoric the Goth by Thomas Hodgkin

    21 - Theodoric the Goth by Thomas Hodgkin
    Aug 19 2025
    Theodoric the Great (~454-526) was a pivotal figure in the history of the Ostrogoths during the waning days of the Western Roman Empire. After a tumultuous journey through the Balkans—where he alternated between alliances and conflicts with the Eastern Empire—he was invited by Emperor Zeno to invade Italy on the Empires behalf. Theodoric triumphed over the Germanic king Odovacar, who had previously deposed the last Emperor of the West, and went on to establish the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy. Known as the King of the Goths and Romans in Italy, he ruled with a focus on civilitas, ushering in an era marked by stability and prosperity. (Patrick Eaton)
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    54 mins
  • 20 - Theodoric the Goth by Thomas Hodgkin

    20 - Theodoric the Goth by Thomas Hodgkin
    Aug 19 2025
    Theodoric the Great (~454-526) was a pivotal figure in the history of the Ostrogoths during the waning days of the Western Roman Empire. After a tumultuous journey through the Balkans—where he alternated between alliances and conflicts with the Eastern Empire—he was invited by Emperor Zeno to invade Italy on the Empires behalf. Theodoric triumphed over the Germanic king Odovacar, who had previously deposed the last Emperor of the West, and went on to establish the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy. Known as the King of the Goths and Romans in Italy, he ruled with a focus on civilitas, ushering in an era marked by stability and prosperity. (Patrick Eaton)
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    17 mins
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