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Aratius

Armenian military commander · Died 552

Aratius was an Armenian military commander of the 6th century whose brother was Narses. He served at first the Sasanian Empire, then defected to the Byzantine Empire. He is primarily known for his activities in the Iberian War and the Gothic War. He was eventually killed in an ambush.

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Primary sources about him include Choricius of Gaza and Procopius of Caesarea.

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Deceased
Dates
Died 552