Krum

Khan of the First Bulgarian Empire, known as Krum the Fearsome.

Chronology: 755 – 0814-04-13

Origins & Early Life

Krum (Bulgarian: Крум, Greek: Κροῦμος/Kroumos), often referred to as Krum the Fearsome (c. mid 8th century – 13 April 814) was the Khan of First Bulgarian Empire from sometime between 796 and 803 until his death in 814. During his reign the Bulgarian territory doubled in size, spreading from the middle Danube to the Dnieper and from Odrin to the Tatra Mountains. His able and energetic rule brought law and order to Bulgaria and developed the rudiments of state organization.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

== Biography == === Origins === Krum was born around the middle of the 8th century, but his family background and the circumstances of his accession are unknown. It has been speculated that Krum might have been a descendant of Khan Kubrat through his son Kuber. The Bulgar name Krum might come from the Old Turkic qurum, meaning "ruler". === Establishment of new borders === Around 805, Krum defeated the Avar Khaganate to destroy the remainder of the Avars and advanced northward into the Tisza region. There is no sign that Krum's military campaign touched Transylvania, nor that any part of the Carpathian Basin was occupied by Bulgars in the first decade of the 9th century.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

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