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Gurgen, King of the Iberians

d. 1008 · 10th century · Also known as Gurgen of Tao-Klarjeti

Gurgen was a Georgian Bagratid prince of Tao-Klarjeti who held the title King of Kings of the Iberians from 994 until his death in 1008. He was the father of Bagrat III, who was adopted by David III Kouropalates and inherited Abkhazia through his mother. Bagrat's succession in 1008 united Kartli, Abkhazia and Tao in the Kingdom of Georgia.

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