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Vukašin Mrnjavčević

c. 1320–1371 · 14th century · Also known as King Vukašin

Vukašin Mrnjavčević was a Serbian noble crowned king in 1365 as co-ruler with Emperor Uroš V, ruling lands in western Macedonia from Prilep. With his brother Jovan Uglješa, despot of Serres, he led a Christian army against the Ottomans and was killed at the Battle of Maritsa in 1371; his son was Prince Marko.

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Mentioned in 3 state histories

Serbian Empire Despotate of Serres Kingdom of Prilep

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APA: The Epoch Institute. (2026). Vukašin Mrnjavčević. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/vukasin-mrnjavcevic
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