Flavius Belisarius, Greeks would know who he was (or should). He was one of the greatest generals of the Byzantine Empire and one of the most acclaimed generals in history. But, he is not well known. He lead a sea and land expedition against the Vandals. He conquered Italy, and defended Rome against the Ostrogoths. He helped supressed the Nika riots. His last years as general was pushing the Bulgarian's back across the Danube. He was tried for corruption (many say he was judged by his main enemy). He was imprisoned, but pardoned by Justinian. He died in 565.