Pharnaces II, King (kingdom of pontus) : All Data

Pharnaces II was the king of the Kingdom of Pontus from -48 to -47. During his short reign, he faced significant military challenges. One of the most important wars that occurred during his tenure was the Roman Civil War, specifically the Battle of Pharsalus in -48, where Pharnaces II initially supported Pompey but later switched sides to Julius Caesar. Another significant conflict was the Battle of Zela in -47, where Pharnaces II faced off against Caesar himself. Despite initial success, Pharnaces II was ultimately defeated by Caesar, marking the end of his reign.