Battle of Lake Vadimo (310 BC) 310 BC
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Year | 310 BC | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
|---|---|---|
| Era | Ancient (before 500) | derived from year |
| Location | Italy | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | Europe | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | Second Samnite War | Wikidata P361 |
| Participants | Ancient Rome | Wikidata P710 |
| Coordinates | 42.4842, 12.3232 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The first Battle of Lake Vadimo was fought in 310 BC between Rome and the Etruscans, and ended up being the largest battle between these nations. The Romans were victorious, gaining land and influence in the region. The Etruscans sustained heavy losses in the battle and would never again reclaim their previous glory.
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