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Ousas

b. 400

King of the Kingdom of Aksum

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About Ousas

Born 400.

Ousas, also Ousanas II (c. 500), was a king of the Kingdom of Aksum. He succeeded Nezool atop the throne.

Ousas is primarily known from the coins that were minted during his reign. Since the gold coins issued with this king's name closely resemble those of King Kaleb of Axum, Stuart Munro-Hay suggests that Ousas may be another name of Tazena, who is described both in Ethiopian tradition and on Kaleb's coins as his father.

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Important facts

Born
400
Birth century
Nationality
Kingdom of Aksum
Positions held
Ethiopia, AKSUM

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ousas?

King of the Kingdom of Aksum

When was Ousas born?

Ousas was born in 400.

What nationality was Ousas?

Ousas's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Aksum.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ousas

· Wikidata: Q881470

· DBpedia: Ousas

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