Szymon Wierzbiński
Biographic Data
| ID | 9290807 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Szymon Wierzbiński |
| GIVEN NAMES | Szymon |
| FAMILY NAME | Wierzbiński |
| SIGNATURE | WIERZBIŃSKI S |
| AFFILIATIONS | Lodz University of Technology |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-0684-0911 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 6 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 6 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2014 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
“Emas non quod opus est, sed quod necesse est?” Soldiers’ Pay and its Purchasing Power in the Byzantine Army in the 9th-10th Centuries
The issue of the earnings of Byzantine soldiers is one of the most frequently discussed topics. A topic that still raises controversy is the financial situation of thematic soldiers, who are often omitted in available sources. The aim of this text is an attempt to determine the amount of earnings and purchasing power of thematic soldiers in the period of the 9th - 10th centuries. The analysis consists in confrontation of sources and a response to…
The Chieftains of the Eastern Roman Empire in Light of the Chronicle of Marcellinus Comes
It is clear that while Chronicle of Marcellinus Comes belongs to most important works from the 6th century, there is significant problem with indicating his personal attitude towards the discussed characters and the described events. The following text is an attempt to answer the question why some of the warlords and generals mentioned in Marcellin’s chronicle were shown positively and others not. It seems that the key to the chronicler’s assessm…
The Burden, the Craving, the Tool. The Provisioning of the 10th Century Byzantine Army in the Light of Leo’s Tactica and Sylloge Tacticorum
It seems obvious that 10th century was a period in which the Byzantine polemology flourished once again, before it collapsed one hundred years later. During that period numerous authors of Byzantine military treaties instructed imperial commanders how to wage war. Among many issues organization of the campaign was always an important aspect. In this paper I will try to clarify selected problems. First, I will try to specify what the soldiers ate …
Prospective Gain or Actual Cost? Arab Civilian and Military Captives in the Light of Byzantine Narrative Sources and Military Manuals from the 10th Century
For the Byzantine emperors of the 10th century, the eastern front was the crucial one, due to the constant struggle with the Abbasid Caliphate. In the course of this conflict – from which Byzantium emerged victorious – the capturing and enslaving of soldiers and civilians alike was an everyday reality. The main objective of this paper is to define the role of prisoners of war in the strategy and tactics of Byzantine generals. First, I will attemp…
Szlachetni, odważni, dzicy? Obraz Waregów i Franków w oczach Bizantyńczyków w X-XI w
During Xth and XIth century the Byzantine Empire was one of the strongest states in the Levant. In mentioned period the emperors undertook numerous military campaigns, both in order to expand the borders of the empire and restitute their authority on once lost lands. Due to its prestige and wealth the Empire was a favorable destination for foreigners, including mercenaries. As a result, in Byzantium one could meet warriors of a very diversified…
Normans and Other Franks in 11th Century Byzantium
The paper examines the Frankish presence in Byzantium during 11th century. It was stressed that the mentioned period was the time of a great influx of westerners to the East. At first, most of them visited Constantinople as pilgrims during return journey from the Holy Land. The author points out that the term Franks (Frankoi) was basically attributed to the Eastern Franks/Germans, while in the course of time the Byzantines started to use it to id…
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Normans and Other Franks in 11th Century Byzantium
The paper examines the Frankish presence in Byzantium during 11th century. It was stressed that the mentioned period was the time of a great influx of westerners to the East. At first, most of them visited Constantinople as pilgrims during return journey from the Holy Land. The author points out that the term Franks (Frankoi) was basically attributed to the Eastern Franks/Germans, while in the course of time the Byzantines started to use it to id…
Prospective Gain or Actual Cost? Arab Civilian and Military Captives in the Light of Byzantine Narrative Sources and Military Manuals from the 10th Century
For the Byzantine emperors of the 10th century, the eastern front was the crucial one, due to the constant struggle with the Abbasid Caliphate. In the course of this conflict – from which Byzantium emerged victorious – the capturing and enslaving of soldiers and civilians alike was an everyday reality. The main objective of this paper is to define the role of prisoners of war in the strategy and tactics of Byzantine generals. First, I will attemp…
Szlachetni, odważni, dzicy? Obraz Waregów i Franków w oczach Bizantyńczyków w X-XI w
During Xth and XIth century the Byzantine Empire was one of the strongest states in the Levant. In mentioned period the emperors undertook numerous military campaigns, both in order to expand the borders of the empire and restitute their authority on once lost lands. Due to its prestige and wealth the Empire was a favorable destination for foreigners, including mercenaries. As a result, in Byzantium one could meet warriors of a very diversified…
The Burden, the Craving, the Tool. The Provisioning of the 10th Century Byzantine Army in the Light of Leo’s Tactica and Sylloge Tacticorum
It seems obvious that 10th century was a period in which the Byzantine polemology flourished once again, before it collapsed one hundred years later. During that period numerous authors of Byzantine military treaties instructed imperial commanders how to wage war. Among many issues organization of the campaign was always an important aspect. In this paper I will try to clarify selected problems. First, I will try to specify what the soldiers ate …
The Chieftains of the Eastern Roman Empire in Light of the Chronicle of Marcellinus Comes
It is clear that while Chronicle of Marcellinus Comes belongs to most important works from the 6th century, there is significant problem with indicating his personal attitude towards the discussed characters and the described events. The following text is an attempt to answer the question why some of the warlords and generals mentioned in Marcellin’s chronicle were shown positively and others not. It seems that the key to the chronicler’s assessm…
“Emas non quod opus est, sed quod necesse est?” Soldiers’ Pay and its Purchasing Power in the Byzantine Army in the 9th-10th Centuries
The issue of the earnings of Byzantine soldiers is one of the most frequently discussed topics. A topic that still raises controversy is the financial situation of thematic soldiers, who are often omitted in available sources. The aim of this text is an attempt to determine the amount of earnings and purchasing power of thematic soldiers in the period of the 9th - 10th centuries. The analysis consists in confrontation of sources and a response to…
Byzantine Studies and History (6 works) · Ancient history (5 works) · History (5 works) · Art (4 works) · Byzantine architecture (4 works) · Eurasian Exchange Networks (4 works) · Empire (3 works) · Law (3 works) · Philosophy (3 works) · Political science (3 works)