Of what war was the Battle of Ad Decimum a part?
Persian War
Gothic War
Vandalic War
Romano-Gothic War
Answer
The Battle of Ad Decimum, part of the Vandalic War, was fought between the Byzantine and Vandal forces. The battle, fought in 533, proved to be a decisive clash that saw the Byzantine general Belisarius defeat the Vandals led by King Gelimer. This pivotal engagement marked a turning point in the war, enabling Belisarius to capture the Vandal capital of Carthage and ultimately conquer the Vandalic Kingdom in North Africa.
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