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53 BCE

53 BCE in world history: 2 events and 3 deaths. 202 recorded states existed that year.

Events

  1. Battle

    Battle of Carrhae

    The Battle of Carrhae was fought in 53 BCE near Carrhae (Harran) in upper Mesopotamia.

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In the profiles

  • Parthian EmpireSurena's Parthian army destroys the Roman army of Crassus at Carrhae

Died in 53 BCE 3

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