Battle of Philippi (1861 AD)

Battle of Philippi (Triumvirs & Supported by: & Ptolemaic Egypt (sent ships but too late to aid in the fighting) vs Liberators & Supported by: & Parthian Empire (cavalry force)) took place in 1861 AD during American Civil War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1861 AD
• Date: 1861-06-03
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: American Civil War
• Side A: Triumvirs, Supported by:, Ptolemaic Egypt (sent ships but too late to aid in the fighting)
• Side B: Liberators, Supported by:, Parthian Empire (cavalry force)
• Commanders (A): Mark Antony, Octavian
• Commanders (B): Brutus, Cassius, Allienus (unknown), Serapion (retreats to Tyre)
• Casualties: approx. 16,000 killed (3 October)8,000 killed (3 October) Surrender of entire army (23 October)
• Outcome: Triumvir victory
• Coordinates: 39.152°, -80.040°

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