The Battle of Corinth, fought in 146 BC, marked the culmination of the Roman conquest of Greece. The battle resulted in the decisive defeat of the Greek forces by the Roman Republic, leading to the destruction of the city of Corinth.
The Roman forces, led by Lucius Mummius, faced little resistance as they overran the city. In the aftermath, Corinth was sacked and its treasures were sent to Rome, while the city itself was razed to the ground. This brutal victory effectively ended Greek resistance and solidified Roman dominance over Greece.
The destruction of Corinth signified the end of Greek political independence and the beginning of a new era of Roman rule in Greece. The city's fall is remembered as a tragic but pivotal moment in Greek history, underscoring the might and determination of the Roman Republic.
| Start Date | 146 BC |
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| End Date | 146 BC |
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Did you know? The sack of Corinth was so complete that the city lay in ruins for over a century before being rebuilt by Julius Caesar in 44 BC.
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