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190 BC

Rome wins the Battle of Magnesia

Roman and Pergamene forces defeat Antiochus III in Asia Minor.

Rome wins the Battle of Magnesia historical illustration
Time period
190 BC
Region
Asia
Theme
Military

In 190 or 189 BCE, Roman and Pergamene troops defeated Antiochus III near Magnesia. The victory led to the Treaty of Apamea and curtailed Seleucid power in Asia Minor.