Babak Behruwan

Babak Behruwan[1] was a Sasanian military commander who is mostly known for his major role in the reformation of the Sasanian military. Al-Tabari describes him as "a man of noble birth known for his magnanimous qualities and capability."[2] However, according to the Shahnameh, Babak was a priest.

References

  1. ↑ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-03-31. Retrieved 2013-07-14.
  2. ↑ electricpulp.com. "BĀBAK – Encyclopaedia Iranica".


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