Macedonian Attack in Illyria
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Was a military campaign led by Philip V of Macedon in Illyria during the first Macedonian War.
Chronology
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September 214 BC: In the late summer of 214 BC, Philip of Macedon attempted a new invasion of Illyria by sea, with a fleet of 125 bireme lembi. He first besieged Apollonia, then went up the Aoo (today's river Voiussa), and even attacked Oricum, which he occupied without encountering any difficulties.
January 213 BC: Roman general Levinus set off with the fleet and army towards Oricum, managing to conquer the city after a brief battle against the garrison left by Philip V of Macedon.
January 211 BC: Philip of Macedon finally managed to gain access to the Adriatic by capturing the city of Lissus and its citadel.
Selected Sources
Polybius: The Histories, VIII, 15-16
Titus Livius: Ab Urbe Condita, XXIV, 40.1-3
Titus Livius: Ab Urbe Condita, XXIV, 40.4-6
