Battle of Hamath (605 BC)

Battle of Hamath (Egypt vs Babylonia) took place in 605 BC during the Egyptian-Babylonian wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 605 BC
• Era: Classical
• Conflict: the Egyptian-Babylonian wars
• Side A: Egypt
• Side B: Babylonia
• Commanders (A): Necho II ?
• Commanders (B): Nebuchadrezzar II
• Casualties: Very high (Egypt), Low (Babylonia)
• Outcome: Babylonian Victory
• Coordinates: 35.133°, 36.750°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Hamath · Wikidata entry