Battle of Cempot

The Battle of Cempot was a medieval conflict fought around 1079 between the Normans, led by Robert Guiscard, and the Byzantines in Calabria, Italy. The Normans aimed to expand their territory, while the Byzantines tried to defend their holdings. The battle resulted in a Norman victory, weakening Byzantine control in the region. It showcased the rising power of Norman military might in Southern Italy and contributed to the shifting balance of power in the area during this period.