The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Amrou
Also known as Amr ibn al-As
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 228
An Arab commander whose eyes hold both the fierce determination of a conqueror and the genuine curiosity of a scholar, his presence suggesting depths beyond mere military prowess. There's something compelling about the way he carries himself—modest in victory, dignified in capture.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 228
- Books
- 1
Amrou, also known as Amr ibn al-As, began as a supporter of idolatry before converting to Islam at a crucial moment. He would become the conqueror of Egypt, leading Arab forces with nine thousand horse at Damascus and engaging in scholarly conversation with the learned men of conquered territories. His modest demeanor when unsheathing his ordinary cimeter contrasted with his lofty bearing when captured by Christians.
Description
A man of Arab descent with features hardened by desert campaigns, his eyes reflecting both military command and intellectual curiosity. He wears practical military attire suited to a commander who leads from the front, carrying a short and ordinary cimeter. His presence can shift from modest restraint to lofty dignity depending on circumstance, suggesting a man of considerable depth and adaptability.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
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