Historical Events from This Year 997
Military & Warfare
Byzantine Victory Against Bulgarian Forces
July 16th, 997 1027 years ago
The Byzantine army, led by General Nikephoros Ouranos, defeated the Bulgarian forces commanded by Tsar Samuel at the Spercheios River in Greece. This battle was significant as it marked a decisive moment in the ongoing conflicts between the Byzantine Empire and the Bulgarian Empire. The terrain played a crucial role in the Byzantine tactics, allowing them to exploit their strengths effectively against the Bulgarians.
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