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Калоян

(1963)

Overview

1197. King Kaloyan ascends the throne in hard times for Bulgaria. The country is still recovering from a century of Byzantine subjugation. He is forced to carry out a very flexible foreign policy in order to strength his positions. Pope Innocent III recognizes him as Emperor (Tsar), but a little later the fourth Crusade crosses the country under Emperor Baldwin. A new conflict is coming. Tsar Kaloyan wages the decisive battle at Adrianople and wins.

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Original TitleКалоян

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1963-01-21

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 41m

Production CompaniesBoyana Film

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