Alp Tarkhan
Alp Tarkhan | |
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Allegiance | Khazar |
Rank | General |
Battles/wars | Khazar-Arab Wars |
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A Khazar general active in the Khazar-Arab Wars of the early 8th century. It is unclear whether "Alp Tarkhan" is a name or a title. The Old Turkic word Alp means hero, and was an element in such names as Alp Arslan, but could also be used as a title for a victorious general. Similarly, Tarkhan or "warlord" could be used as both a personal name and a military rank.
Categories:
- Khazar generals
- 8th-century people