Bardas Phokas was a prominent Byzantine general and nobleman during the late 10th century. He played a significant role in the military campaigns against the Fatimid Caliphate and was known for his leadership in the Byzantine Empire. His family, the Phokas, was influential in Byzantine politics and military affairs. In 987, Bardas Phokas led a successful campaign to reclaim territories in Anatolia and was later appointed as the governor of Cappadocia. His military prowess and strategic skills contributed to the stability and expansion of the Byzantine Empire during a tumultuous period.