Kavadh II of Persia
Kavadh II Sheroe (Siroes), king of Persia, son of Khosrau II, was raised to the throne in opposition to his father in February 628, after the great victories of the emperor Heraclius. He put his father and eighteen brothers to death, began negotiations with Heraclius, but died after a reign of a few months.
| Preceded by: Khosrau II | Sassanid Ruler | Succeeded by: Ardashir III |
This article incorporates text from the public domain 1911 Encyclopædia Britannica.
Categories: 1911 Britannica | Sassanid dynasty | 628 deaths