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Which famous battle took place near Ravenna in 402 AD?

  • Battle of Pollentia

  • Battle of Adrianople

  • Battle of Cannae

  • Battle of Ravenna

Answer

The Battle of Ravenna took place in 402 AD between the forces of the Western Roman Empire, led by Emperor Honorius, and the Visigoths, led by King Alaric. The Romans emerged victorious, but the battle marked the beginning of the decline of the Western Roman Empire.
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