Sicilian Expedition (Pyrrhic War)
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Was a military expedition of Pyrrhus, the ruler of Epirus, in Sicily.
Chronology
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March 275 BC: End of Lilybaeum siege.
January 276 BC: In -277, the city of Panormus was taken by storm by the forces of Pyrrhus, the King of Epirus. Pyrrhus was a renowned military leader who sought to expand his kingdom by conquering various territories in Sicily. The capture of Panormus was a significant victory for Pyrrhus in his campaign to establish dominance in the region.
April 275 BC: Molossian king Pyrrhus leaves Sicily.
January 276 BC: In -277, Iaetia surrendered without a fight to King Pyrrhus of Epirus. Pyrrhus was a renowned military leader known for his costly victories, leading to the term "Pyrrhic victory." This conquest expanded the territory of Epirus in ancient Greece.
January 276 BC: Pyrrhus went to Sicily and took the leadership of the Greek cities of eastern and southern Sicily in a war against the Carthaginians. Diodorus related that Pyrrhus defeated the Carthaginian garrison in Heraclea Minoa and seized Azones. Selinus, Halicyae, Segesta and other cities went over to him.
January 276 BC: In -277 BC, the Greek general Pyrrhus of Epirus besieged the city of Eryx, which was heavily fortified and defended by Carthaginian forces. Despite the challenges posed by the natural defenses and the large garrison, Pyrrhus eventually succeeded in capturing the city through a determined assault.
January 276 BC: Pyrrhus subdued the areas under Carthaginian control. After seizing Eryx he moved against the Mamertine mercenaries who had seized Messana.
January 275 BC: While Pyrrhus was besieging this city, the Carthaginians brought over a big army and large quantities of grain from Africa.
January 275 BC: Molossian king Pyrrhus leaves Sicily.
