What was Kutrigur Huns?

The western branch of the Huns after Attila, remaining west of the Don.

Kutrigur Huns (463 CE – 567 CE)

Period:: 463 CE – 567 CE
Region:: Tuna Kuzeyi / Balkanlarda
Type:: confederation

Their raids on Byzantium (539 and 558 CE) caused great devastation. Justinian's strategy was to wear the Kutrigurs down by inciting their rivals, the Utigurs. They dissolved in 558 CE as the Avars drove westward.

Related events

Kutrigur and Utigur Confederations Form · 463 CE
Kutrigur Huns' Major Raid on Byzantium · 539 CE
Justinian Plays Kutrigur vs Utigur — Divide and Rule · 549 CE
Zabergan's Last Great Kutrigur Raid on Byzantium · 558 CE
Avars Defeat Kutrigurs and Settle Pannonia · 562 CE

Source: Wikipedia

Frequently asked questions

What was Kutrigur Huns?: The western branch of the Huns after Attila, remaining west of the Don.
When did Kutrigur Huns exist?: 463 CE – 567 CE
Where was Kutrigur Huns located?: Tuna Kuzeyi / Balkanlarda