First Battle of Lamia

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First Battle of Lamia
Part of First Macedonian War
Date Spring 209 BC Location Lamia, Greece Result Macedonian victory
Belligerents
Macedon	Aetolia, Rome, Pergamum
Commanders
Philip V of Macedon	Phyrrhias
Casualties and losses
	Heavy

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The First Battle of Lamia was fought in 209 BC between the forces of Philip V of Macedon and the Aetolians led by Phyrrhias. Phyrrhias was aided by Romans and by a small contingent from Pergamum. The Macedonians were victorious. Another battle was fought at Lamia within the year.