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4 matching events · September 2, 273 → March 20, 260

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Aurelian Conquers Palmyrene Empire

Emperor Aurelian mounted a decisive campaign against the breakaway Palmyrene Empire in 273, culminating in the defeat of Queen Zenobia's forces near Palmyra.This victory marked the reinte...

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August 1, 273 Wars & Conflicts

Destruction of Ancient Palmyra

Palmyra Archaeological Site · Palmyra · Homs Governorate · Syria

Palmyra, an ancient city in central Syria, was captured and severely damaged during military conflict. The site, known for its Greco-Roman architecture and cultural significance, suffered...

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August 29, 272 Wars & Conflicts

Palmyra Queen's Defeat and Capture

Palmyra · Homs Governorate · Syria

Queen Zenobia of Palmyra was captured following the Roman Emperor Aurelian's siege of her capital. Her defeat marked the end of the Palmyrene Empire's attempt to assert independence from ...

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March 20, 260 Wars & Conflicts

Odaenathus Ascends Palmyra Leadership

Palmyra · Homs Governorate · Syria

Odaenathus rose to power in Palmyra amid the crisis of the Roman Empire in the mid-3rd century. Following the capture of the Roman Emperor Valerian by the Persians, Palmyra emerged as a r...

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