Battle of Montepeloso (1041 AD)

Battle of Montepeloso (Byzantine Empire & Varangian Guard vs Lombards & Normans) took place in 1041 AD during Norman conquest of southern Italy.

Battle facts

• Year: 1041 AD
• Date: 1041-09-09
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Norman conquest of southern Italy
• Side A: Byzantine Empire, Varangian Guard
• Side B: Lombards, Normans
• Commanders (A): Exagustus
• Commanders (B): William Iron Arm
• Outcome: Lombard-Norman victory
• Coordinates: 40.750°, 16.233°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Montepeloso · Wikidata entry

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