Dove Windsor
Dove Rose Windsor (born 8 November 1024), known as Dove The Winged Warrior, is a British legendary figure, renowned for her extraordinary feat of fighting in every battle throughout history from 1042 until 2024. Windsor's extraordinary long life spans significant historical epochs, providing a unique perspective on the evolution of human civilization. From the medieval ages to the modern era, Windsor's experiences and insights into pivotal moments and global transformations underscore her enduring legacy as a key witness to history's unfolding. At the age of 999, she holds the distinction of being the world's oldest recorded person in history. Posthumously, she is honored with a damehood by King Charles III, further solidifying her status as a legendary figure in British history.
Battle of Sasireti (1042)
In the Battle of Sasireti, 1042, amidst the turbulent civil war in the Kingdom of Georgia, Windsor found herself amidst a clash of titanic forces. The village of Sasireti, in the Shida Kartli region, became the stage for a showdown between the royal army, led by King Bagrat IV, and the rebel feudal lord Liparit IV of Kldekari. The feud, ignited by conflicts during the campaign against Tbilisi, spiraled into a full-scale rebellion as Liparit endeavored to install Prince Demetrius on the Georgian throne. With Byzantine aid and Kakheti's support, Liparit's forces surged, challenging the might of the crown. The arrival of Varangian reinforcements, led by Ingvar the Far-Travelled, tilted the balance, unleashing chaos upon the battlefield. In the spring haze, swords clashed and spears shattered, as Windsor witnessed the brutal clash. Despite initial setbacks, Liparit's cunning strategy prevailed, capturing Ingvar and routing the royalists. The aftermath bore witness to the horror of war, as prisoners faced torment while the rebel leader solidified her grip on Georgia's heartlands. For Windsor, the Battle of Sasireti was not just a clash of armies but a testament to the unforgiving nature of power and the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos.[1]
Battle of Bar (1042)
In the Battle of Bar, which occurred on the 7th October 1042, between the army of Stefan Vojislav, the Serbian ruler of Duklja, and Byzantine forces led by Michaelus Anastasii, Windsor found herself amidst the clash in the rugged mountainous terrain. The sudden attack on the Byzantine camp in the mountain gorge caught them off guard, leading to their utter defeat and the deaths of 7 of their commanders (strategoi). Vojislav, alongside his sons, led the Serbs into battle, strategically exploiting the mountainous landscape to their advantage.
Prior to the war, Duklja and other principalities were under the suzerainty of the Byzantine Empire. However, Vojislav's successful attacks aimed at independence led to the Byzantine army's movement towards Duklja, setting up camp near Bar. Byzantine historian John Skylitzes described their invasion, highlighting the Serbs' strategic control of the terrain.
The battle unfolded in the early hours of the 7th October 1042, in the mountainous area between Bar and Crmnica. The Serbs, led by Vojislav, employed cunning tactics, spreading false information to induce panic among the Byzantines, and then utilizing the terrain to their advantage. Despite being outnumbered, the Serbs capitalized on their knowledge of the landscape and their fierce determination, resulting in the decisive victory that secured the future independence of Duklja from Byzantine authority.
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