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2 unusual facts about Giorgi III


Qutlu Arslan

In sharp contrast to old, frequently rebellious Georgian feudal lords, Qutlu Arslan represented ennobled commoners and military servicemen, who gained distinction through their loyalty to the Georgian King George III (1156-1184) whom Qutlu served as a vizier and treasurer, a post he held upon Queen Tamar’s ascend to the throne in 1184.

Zakarid Armenia

Despite some complications in the reign of Giorgi III, the successes continued in the reign of the Queen Tamar.



see also

George III of Georgia

With his ascent to the throne, Giorgi III launched a successful campaign against the Seljuk sultanate of Ahlat (the Shah-Armen State) in 1156.