Battle of Anzen (838 AD)

Battle of Anzen (Byzantine Empire vs Abbasid Caliphate) took place in 838 AD during Arab–Byzantine Wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 838 AD
• Date: 22 July 838
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Arab–Byzantine Wars
• Side A: Byzantine Empire
• Side B: Abbasid Caliphate
• Commanders (A): Emperor Theophilos, Theophobos, Manuel the Armenian?
• Commanders (B): Afshin, Emir Omar al-Aqta
• Outcome: Abbasid victory
• Coordinates: 40.390°, 36.090°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Anzen · Wikidata entry