Leo III the Isaurian Reigns SUPREME in the Eastern Roman Empire || Documentary

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Leo III, also known as Leo the Isaurian, was a Byzantine emperor who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire from 717 to 741 AD. His reign marked significant reforms, especially the start of the *Iconoclasm* movement, which opposed the use of religious images. Leo III is credited with strengthening the empire against invasions, notably defending Constantinople from Arab forces. His leadership brought a new era of stability and change to the Eastern Roman Empire.

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