The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Maslama ibn Abd al-Malik
Also known as Moslemah, Maslama
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 238
Command sits naturally upon him, the kind of presence that suggests thousands have moved at his direction. His bearing carries the weight of campaigns and the authority of one who leads from the front.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 238
- Books
- 1
Maslama ibn Abd al-Malik commanded vast Arab forces as brother to the caliph, leading expeditions that tested the defenses of Constantinople itself. His military leadership represented the reach and ambition of Arab expansion during this period, commanding forces that combined Arab and Persian elements in the service of Islamic expansion.
Description
A formidable Arab military commander whose bearing reflects his command over vast forces. His features carry the authority of one who has led 120,000 troops across great distances, while his traditional military attire marks both his rank and his cultural identity. His presence suggests the weight of campaigns and the natural command of one born to lead armies.
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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