Battle of the Eclipse

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:historical_battles
gptkbp:aftermath Peace treaty established between Lydians and Medes
gptkbp:allies Formation of coalitions
gptkbp:archaeological_findings Artifacts from the period
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Lydians
gptkb:Medes
gptkbp:commemoration Historical reenactments
gptkbp:cultural_impact Influenced later historical narratives
gptkbp:cultural_references Literature and art
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of conflict resolution
gptkbp:date August 21, 585 BC
gptkbp:duration One day
gptkbp:historical_analysis Comparative studies with other battles
gptkbp:historical_context Formation of the Persian Empire
Technological advancements in warfare
Rise of the Median Empire
Cultural exchanges between civilizations
Decline of the Lydian Empire
Development of military strategies.
Part of the conflict between Lydians and Medes
Transition from tribal to state societies
gptkbp:historical_debate Accuracy of ancient accounts
gptkbp:historical_documentation Records from ancient historians
gptkbp:historical_impact Influence on future conflicts
gptkbp:historical_interpretation Various scholarly perspectives
Symbol of divine intervention
gptkbp:historical_legacy Lessons in diplomacy and warfare
gptkbp:historical_period Ancient history
gptkbp:historical_records Cuneiform tablets
gptkbp:historical_significance Impact on regional politics
First recorded solar eclipse in history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of the Eclipse
gptkbp:influence Later military strategies
gptkbp:key_figures gptkb:King_Alyattes_of_Lydia
gptkb:King_Cyaxares_of_Media
gptkbp:legacy Study of ancient warfare
gptkbp:location Near the Halys River
gptkbp:military_leadership gptkb:Alyattes
gptkb:Cyaxares
gptkbp:military_strategy Surprise attack
gptkbp:modern_relevance Understanding ancient civilizations
gptkbp:mythology Associated with omens and prophecies
gptkbp:narrative Influence on later historians
gptkbp:notable_event Solar eclipse occurred during the battle
gptkbp:outcome Decisive victory for the Medes
gptkbp:political_impact Shift in power dynamics in the region
gptkbp:primary_source Modern historical analyses
Ancient Greek historians
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Fall_of_Sardis
gptkbp:research_interest Archaeological studies
gptkbp:result Territorial changes in Asia Minor
gptkbp:significance End of the Lydian Empire
gptkbp:source gptkb:Herodotus
gptkbp:strategic_importance Control over trade routes
gptkbp:type Land battle
gptkbp:weather_conditions Clear skies during the eclipse
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Roman_Empire
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4