Battle of Iskhabad (940 AD)

Battle of Iskhabad (Samanids vs Ziyarid dynasty & Firuzanids) took place in 940 AD during the Samanid–Ziyarid Wars.

Battle facts

Year: 940 AD
Date: 0940-12-30
Era: Medieval
Conflict: the Samanid–Ziyarid Wars
Side A: Samanids
Side B: Ziyarid dynasty, Firuzanids
Commanders (A): Abu 'Ali Chaghani
Commanders (B): Vushmgir, Makan ibn Kaki
Casualties: approx. LowMore than half of the soldiers were killed. The rest were either captured or wounded.
Outcome: Samanid victory
Coordinates: 35.597°, 51.434°