Battle of Apamea (998 AD)

Battle of Apamea (Byzantine Empire vs Fatimid Caliphate) took place in 998 AD during Arab–Byzantine Wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 998 AD
• Date: 0998-07-24
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Arab–Byzantine Wars
• Side A: Byzantine Empire
• Side B: Fatimid Caliphate
• Commanders (A): Damian Dalassenos
• Commanders (B): Jaysh ibn Samsama
• Casualties: approx. Variously 5,000, 6,000 or 10,000 dead; 2,000 capturedOver 2,000 dead
• Outcome: Fatimid victory
• Coordinates: 35.415°, 36.380°

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