#OTD January 7, 1078
The people of Constantinople revolt, lynch the unpopular official Nikephoritzes, and proclaim a new emperor, turning public rage into street justice.
Photo credit: public domain
#january7th #byzantineempire #mobrule #history
#OTD January 7, 1078
The people of Constantinople revolt, lynch the unpopular official Nikephoritzes, and proclaim a new emperor, turning public rage into street justice.
Photo credit: public domain
#january7th #byzantineempire #mobrule #history
Democracy: Two wolves and a sheep voting on dinner.