Capture of Amida
Shapur II captures Amida, latter day Diyarbekir in Turkey
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359 in Persia
Explore 6 historical events and records for Persia in 359.
Historical records for Persia in 359
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Chionite Prince Dies At Amida
The death of Grumbates' son during the siege of Amida intensified fighting around the Roman stronghold.
Grumbates Joins Persian Expedition
The Chionite king Grumbates joined Shapur's forces during the expedition against Roman territory in 359.
Shapur Besieges Amida
Shapur's army encircled Amida in 359 and launched a costly assault on the Roman frontier fortress.
Shapur Captures Amida
Shapur II besieged and captured the Roman city of Amida after a costly campaign that demonstrated the strength of the Sasanian army.
Shapur Secures Amida After Siege
After a prolonged and bloody siege the Persian forces captured Amida from its Roman defenders in 359.
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