ELEPHANTS IN ACTION BC

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ELEPHANTS IN ACTION BC

Seleucid emperor Antiochus VII Sidetes invades Judea with his elephants, and takes the town of Bethsura Date: February 134 BC

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Action Antiochus Elephants Invades Judea Seleucid Takes

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This print depicts the Seleucid emperor Antiochus VII Sidetes leading his formidable army, including a battalion of elephants, in their invasion of Judea during February 134 BC. Antiochus, determined to reassert Seleucid control over the rebellious Jewish kingdom, marches his troops towards the strategic fortress of Bethsura. The elephants, renowned for their fearsome strength and intimidating presence, charge forward, their massive forms dwarfing the figures of the soldiers and their riders. The people of Judea, huddled at the walls of the town, watch in terror as the invading force approaches. The smoke from burning buildings rises in the background, a testament to the destruction wrought by the Seleucid army. Antiochus, a skilled military strategist, successfully captures Bethsura, marking a significant victory in his campaign to regain control of Judea. This evocative print, with its intricate details and vivid colors, transports us back to a pivotal moment in ancient history, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and intensity of ancient warfare.

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