Battle of Raphia (217 BC)

Battle of Raphia (Ptolemaic Egypt vs Seleucid Empire) took place in 217 BC during Fourth Syrian War.

Battle facts

• Year: 217 BC
• Date: 22 June 217 BC
• Era: Classical
• Conflict: Fourth Syrian War
• Side A: Ptolemaic Egypt
• Side B: Seleucid Empire
• Commanders (A): Ptolemy IV
• Commanders (B): Antiochus III
• Casualties: 2,200: (Ptolemaic Egypt), 14,300: (Seleucid Empire)
• Outcome: Ptolemaic Egyptian victory
• Coordinates: 31.289°, 34.252°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Raphia · Wikidata entry