Date
0167-05-20
Category
Wars & Conflicts
Location
Sarmizegetusa, Moesia Inferior, Roman Empire
Archive
Event #853
During the siege of Sarmizegetusa by Roman forces under Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the besieging troops faced severe drought and heat. According to accounts, a sudden and unexpected rainstorm replenished the water supplies, enabling the soldiers to sustain the siege.
This event was interpreted as a miraculous sign of favor for Marcus Aurelius and his campaign against the Dacians. The storm helped secure Roman control in the region, marking a pivotal moment in the conflict.
This event in context
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