The Battle of Misiche: Shapur I Defeats the Romans

244 CE · Misiche (Irak) · military

Shapur I killed the Roman emperor Gordian III, or brought about his death; his successor Philip the Arab paid a ransom and withdrew.

It was the first great demonstration of Sasanian military superiority.

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What was The Battle of Misiche: Shapur I Defeats the Romans?
Shapur I killed the Roman emperor Gordian III, or brought about his death; his successor Philip the Arab paid a ransom and withdrew.
When did The Battle of Misiche: Shapur I Defeats the Romans happen?
244 CE
Where did The Battle of Misiche: Shapur I Defeats the Romans take place?
Misiche (Irak)