The victory won by the Byzantine side, led by the commander Belisarius, is regarded as one of the important successes achieved on the eastern front in the early period of Justinian's reign. The engagement is mentioned as a noteworthy example in Byzantine military history because it was won against a numerically superior Sasanian force.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Battle of Dara (530)?
- This is the battle that took place in 530 near the city of Dara on Rome's eastern frontier (in present-day southeastern Turkey), between Byzantine forces and the Sasanian army.
- When did Battle of Dara (530) happen?
- 530 CE
- Where did Battle of Dara (530) take place?
- Mezopotamya (Dara)