Battle of Megiddo (Thutmose III)

1457 BCE · Megiddo, Kenan (modern İsrail) · military

The first battle in history recorded in detail.

Thutmose III defeated the Canaanite coalition led by the king of Kadesh at Megiddo. The city fell after a seven-month siege. It was recorded in detail in the wall inscriptions of the Temple of Karnak.

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What was Battle of Megiddo (Thutmose III)?
The first battle in history recorded in detail.
When did Battle of Megiddo (Thutmose III) happen?
1457 BCE
Where did Battle of Megiddo (Thutmose III) take place?
Megiddo, Kenan (modern İsrail)