Hilderic

AncientEmperorVandals460 — 533

Last Vandal king before Byzantine reconquest.

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Quick Facts

Born

460

Died

533

Country

Vandals

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)44

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)38

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score34.7

Hilderic — Complete Timeline

523 AD

Accession as Vandal KingPolitical Action◆ Major

Hilderic became king of the Vandals, succeeding Thrasamund. His reign marked a shift in Vandal policy, as he pursued reconciliation with the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church, reversing the Arian persecution of Catholics.

Vandal KingdomSuccessionReligious Policy

Impact: regionalconstructive

530 AD

Deposed by GelimerPolitical Action◆ Major

Hilderic was overthrown in a coup led by his cousin Gelimer, who accused him of weakness and pro-Roman policies. Hilderic was imprisoned, and Gelimer seized the Vandal throne, ending Hilderic's reign.

Vandal KingdomCoupDynastic Struggle

Impact: regionaldestructive

533 AD

Executed by GelimerPolitical Action◆ Major

As Byzantine forces under Belisarius invaded Vandal Africa, Gelimer ordered the execution of Hilderic and his supporters. This act removed a potential rival claimant and eliminated a figure whom the Byzantines might have used to legitimize their invasion.

Vandal KingdomExecutionByzantine Invasion

Impact: regionaltragic