Alboin

Alboin is born to Audoin, King of the Lombards, in the territory of the Lombards.

Alboin spends his childhood among the Lombards, learning the customs and military skills of his people.

Alboin begins his military training, preparing to lead the Lombards in future campaigns.

Alboin participates in raids against neighboring tribes, gaining combat experience and leadership skills.

Upon the death of his father Audoin, Alboin is named the crown prince and heir to the Lombard throne.

Alboin marries Rosamund, the daughter of the Gepid king Cunimund, to secure an alliance with the Gepids.

Alboin leads a successful campaign against the Gepids, defeating them and killing Cunimund, his father-in-law.

Alboin is crowned King of the Lombards, succeeding his father Audoin and consolidating his power.

Alboin begins planning the invasion of Italy, aiming to establish a new Lombard kingdom in the region.

Alboin leads the Lombards across the Alps into Italy, beginning the conquest of the Italian peninsula.

The Lombards under Alboin capture the city of Pavia, establishing it as their capital in Italy.

Alboin officially establishes the Lombard Kingdom in Italy, marking the beginning of Lombard rule in the region.

Alboin is assassinated in his palace, allegedly by his wife Rosamund and her lover Helmechis, ending his reign.