What the records say
- When
- 28 Oct 869
- Kind
- Battle
- Coordinates
- 30.52° N, 47.81° E
- Description
- battle fought on October 24, 869 near Basra
Placed at the area, not an exact site.
Battle of the Barges
Battle fought on October 24, 869 near Basra
The Battle of the Barges or Day of the Barges was fought on October 24, 869 near Basra. It was one of the first major engagements of the Zanj Rebellion, taking place less than two months after the outbreak of the revolt.
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