jan 1, 273 - Palmyra Rebels and is Destroyed
Description:
In 273 Palmyra rebelled under the leadership of Septimius Apsaios, declaring Antiochus (a relative of Zenobia) as Augustus. Aurelian marched against Palmyra, razing it to the ground and seizing the most valuable monuments to decorate his Temple of Sol. Palmyrene buildings were smashed, residents massacred and the Temple of Bel pillaged.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 273
Now
~ 1753 years ago