Battle of Montemaggiore (1041)

Battle of Montemaggiore (Byzantine Empire & Varangian Guard vs Normans & Lombard auxiliaries) took place in 1041 during Norman conquest of southern Italy.

Battle facts

• Year: 1041
• Date: 1041-05-10
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Norman conquest of southern Italy
• Side A: Byzantine Empire, Varangian Guard
• Side B: Normans, Lombard auxiliaries
• Commanders (A): Michael Dokeianos, Harald Hardrada
• Commanders (B): William Iron Arm, Rainulf Drengot
• Casualties: Heavy (Byzantine Empire & Varangian Guard)
• Outcome: Norman victory
• Coordinates: 41.350°, 16.217°

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