Battle of Lugdunum (197 AD)

Battle of Lugdunum (Roman units from Pannonia, Illyricum, Moesia, and Dacia vs Roman units from Britannia and Hispania) took place in 197 AD during Year of the Five Emperors.

Battle facts

• Year: 197 AD
• Date: 0197-02-18
• Era: Classical
• Conflict: Year of the Five Emperors
• Side A: Roman units from Pannonia, Illyricum, Moesia, and Dacia
• Side B: Roman units from Britannia and Hispania
• Commanders (A): Septimius Severus
• Commanders (B): Clodius Albinus
• Casualties: approx. Unknown but severeUnknown but severe
• Outcome: Severan victory
• Coordinates: 45.760°, 4.819°

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