Nikephoros I, also known as Nicephorus I, was Byzantine emperor from 802 to 811. He was General Logothete under Empress Irene, but later overthrew her to seize the throne for himself. Prior to becomin
Khan Krum captures Nikephoros I, from the 14th-century Manasses Chronicle.
Staurakios or Stauracius was the shortest-reigning Byzantine emperor, ruling for 68 days between 26 July and 2 October 811.
Staurakios (above) retreats with his remaining forces, while Nikephoros I (below) is captured by the Bulgarians. Miniature from the 14th century Manasses Chronicle.