Battle of Silistra (968 AD)

Battle of Silistra (Bulgaria vs Kievan Rus) took place in 968 AD during Sviatoslav's invasion of Bulgaria.

Battle facts

• Year: 968 AD
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Sviatoslav's invasion of Bulgaria
• Side A: Bulgaria
• Side B: Kievan Rus
• Commanders (A): Peter I of Bulgaria
• Commanders (B): Sviatoslav Igorevich
• Casualties: Heavy (Bulgaria), Heavy (Kievan Rus)
• Outcome: Rus' victory
• Coordinates: 44.117°, 27.267°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Silistra · Wikidata entry