Battle of Lalakaon
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The Battle of Lalakaon, or Battle of Poson or Porson, was fought in 863 between the Byzantine Empire and an invading Arab army in Paphlagonia. The Byzantine army was led by Petronas, the uncle of Emperor Michael III, although Arab sources also mention the presence of the Emperor in person. The Arabs were led by the emir of Melitene (Malatya), Umar al-Aqta.
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| Type | Subtype | Date | Description | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| event | armed conflict | 88 | Battle of Protopachium | battle | Wikidata |
| event | armed conflict | 863 | Battle of Lalakaon | battle | Wikidata |
| site | fort | Boyabat Castle | fortress | Wikidata | |