While Narses was squelching the Ostrogoth revolt in Italy following Belisarius' reconquest, he used Lombard allies.
Supposedly, Narses befriended the Lombard king. After the campaign was complete, Narses became governor of Italy.
Justin II removes Narses from his post. According to legend, Narses called on the Lombards to invade Italy in revenge, and the rest is history.
POD: WI Justin II leaves Narses in his position as governor?
Supposedly, Narses befriended the Lombard king. After the campaign was complete, Narses became governor of Italy.
Justin II removes Narses from his post. According to legend, Narses called on the Lombards to invade Italy in revenge, and the rest is history.
POD: WI Justin II leaves Narses in his position as governor?