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Battle of Lize 478 BC

Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Year478 BCWikidata P585 (point in time)
EraAncient (before 500)derived from year
LocationChinaNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentAsiaNatural Earth
War / conflictWarring States periodWikidata P361
Coordinates30.8997, 120.9530Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Lize (笠泽之战) was fought between the states of Wu and Yue in the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history. In 478 BC, Yue attacked Wu and defeated Wu's army.

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Location

30.8997, 120.9530 · China

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