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Battle of Verona (249) 249

Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Year249Wikidata P585 (point in time)
EraAncient (before 500)derived from year
LocationItalyNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentEuropeNatural Earth
Coordinates45.4263, 10.9925Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Verona was fought between the Roman general and usurper Decius, and emperor Philip the Arab in 249. Decius was victorious and Philip and his son Philip II were both killed. Decius was subsequently declared Roman emperor.

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Location

45.4263, 10.9925 · Italy

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