That force proved insufficient and soon surrounded by the Byzantine troops.

The Byzantine troops were now able to hold the Danube line again.

The Byzantine troops then noticed the emperor's absence, and, thinking he had been killed, began to waver.

Byzantine troops continued to consist of cavalry, infantry and archers.

Despite their huge efforts, the Byzantine troops were defeated in the summer and autumn of 1278.

Many of the Byzantine troops, along with their allies, were taken captive and sold as slaves.

Khalid planned to trap Byzantine troops, cutting off their every route of escape.

Believing a trap was waiting for them, the Byzantine troops did not pursue.

Martin, the overall commander of the Byzantine troops, had given instructions to the whole army to stay at their respective posts.

The Byzantine troops, however, were restless, and clamored for battle.