The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Surenas
Also known as Rustam
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 106
A renowned Persian general whose military bearing and commanding presence mark him as a formidable leader, though shadows of doubt occasionally cross his features when facing Roman forces.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 106
- Books
- 1
Surenas begins as a principal Persian commander known for his harassment tactics against Roman armies, intercepting stragglers and maintaining pressure on enemy forces. His reputation for military prowess crumbles when he gives a shameful example of flight during battle, later appearing in negotiations before meeting his end when an Arab warrior strikes off his head and hoists it on a lance.
Description
A tall Persian military commander with olive skin and dark hair, wearing ornate Persian military dress adorned with command insignia. His build and bearing reflect his status as a high-ranking officer, though his appearance later shows the disheveled state of a defeated leader in flight.
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)
Appearances
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