What relation was John I Tzimiskes to his predecessor?
Brother
Cousin
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Co-general
Answer
Co-general, John I Tzimiskes and his predecessor Nikephoros II Phokas led simultaneous campaigns against the Arabs, resulting in a decisive Byzantine victory at the Battle of Andrassos in 953. Their successful partnership and mutual respect laid the foundation for John's eventual rise to the throne after Nikephoros' assassination.
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