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: 0838-07-22
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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Battle of Anzen (838 AD)

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