Simmas

Simmas
BornLate 5th century or early 6th century
Pannonia
DiedAfter 531

Simmas (fl. 530) was a Hunnic general in the service of the Byzantine Empire, serving as dux (regional military commander).[1] Active in the early 6th century, he fought at the Battle of Dara, commanding six hundred horseman along with fellow Hun commander Ascan, and played a fundamental role in the Byzantine victory.

  1. ^ Malalas, John. "Chronography Bks 1-7, 10-18". Topos Text. Retrieved 25 October 2022.

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