Battle of Elasa (160 BC)

Battle of Elasa (Seleucid Empire vs Maccabean rebels) took place in 160 BC during Maccabean Revolt.

Battle facts

• Year: 160 BC
• Date: April 160 BC
• Era: Classical
• Conflict: Maccabean Revolt
• Side A: Seleucid Empire
• Side B: Maccabean rebels
• Commanders (A): Bacchides
• Commanders (B): Judas Maccabeus
• Casualties: Heavy (Maccabean rebels)
• Outcome: Seleucid victory
• Coordinates: 31.876°, 35.208°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Elasa · Wikidata entry