Battle of Heliopolis (640 AD)

Battle of Heliopolis (Rashidun Caliphate vs Byzantine Empire) took place in 640 AD during Arab conquest of Egypt.

Battle facts

• Year: 640 AD
• Date: 6 July 640
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Arab conquest of Egypt
• Side A: Rashidun Caliphate
• Side B: Byzantine Empire
• Commanders (A): Amr ibn al-As
• Commanders (B): Theodore, Theodosius, Anastasius
• Casualties: Few (Rashidun Caliphate), Heavy (Byzantine Empire)
• Outcome: Rashidun victory
• Coordinates: 30.129°, 31.289°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Heliopolis · Wikidata entry