Ohrmazd
Hormizd IV
The Turbulent
Biography
Hormizd IV inherited a strong empire but his harsh treatment of the nobility and execution of his general Bahram Chobin led to civil war. He was deposed and blinded by conspirators who placed his son Khosrow II on the throne.
Key Achievements
- Military successes against Byzantium
- Defended against Turks
- Reign ended in civil war