Battle of Qatwan (1141 AD)

Battle of Qatwan (Qara Khitai (Western Liao) & Karluks vs Great Seljuk Empire & Kara-Khanids & Kakuyids) took place in 1141 AD.

Battle facts

Year: 1141 AD
Date: 1141-09-16
Era: Medieval
Side A: Qara Khitai (Western Liao), Karluks
Side B: Great Seljuk Empire, Kara-Khanids, Kakuyids
Commanders (A): Yelü Dashi
Commanders (B): Ahmed Sanjar, Garshasp II, Mahmud Qarakhan
Casualties: approx. Unknown50,000
Outcome: Qara Khitai (Western Liao) victory
Coordinates: 39.800°, 66.900°

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Battle of Qatwan (1141 AD)

Battle of Qatwan took place in 1141 AD. Qara Khitai (Western Liao) & Karluks vs Great Seljuk Empire & Kara-Khanids & Kakuyids. Approx. Unknown50,000 casualties. Explore the interactive map and full Wikipedia details on WarAtlas. Please enable JavaScript to use the full app.