Battle of the Strait of Messina (276 BC)

Battle of the Strait of Messina (Carthage vs Epirus) took place in 276 BC during Pyrrhic War.

Battle facts

• Year: 276 BC
• Era: Classical
• Conflict: Pyrrhic War
• Side A: Carthage
• Side B: Epirus
• Commanders (A): Unknown
• Commanders (B): Pyrrhos I
• Casualties: 70 warships sunk 28 warships damaged (Epirus)
• Outcome: Carthaginian victory
• Coordinates: 38.246°, 15.633°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of the Strait of Messina · Wikidata entry