Shapur III of Persia
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Shapur III was king of Persia from 383 to 388. Son of Shapur II, he was elevated to the throne by the magnates against his uncle, Ardashir II, and killed by them after a reign of five years. He concluded a treaty with Theodosius the Great.
| Preceded by: Ardashir II | Sassanid Ruler | Succeeded by: Bahram IV |
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