Battle of Morbihan 56 BC
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Year | 56 BC | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
|---|---|---|
| Era | Ancient (before 500) | derived from year |
| Location | France | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | Europe | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | Gallic War | Wikidata P361 |
| Participants | Ancient Rome, Veneti | Wikidata P710 |
| Coordinates | 47.5000, -2.8667 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of Morbihan, also known as the Battle of Quiberon Bay, was a naval battle fought in the summer of 56 BC between the Gallic tribe of the Veneti and a Roman fleet sent by Julius Caesar. The battle was fought off the coast of Brittany in modern-day France, likely near Quiberon Bay. The battle was a part of the Gallic Wars. The battle ended in a decisive Roman victory.
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