Battle of Myriokephalon

The Battle of Myriokephalon, fought in 1176, was a significant conflict between the Byzantine Empire and the Seljuk Turks in Anatolia (modern Turkey). The Byzantines aimed to recapture lost territory, but the Seljuks ambushed and defeated the Byzantine army. The battle revealed the challenges of medieval warfare and marked a setback for Byzantine efforts to restore their control in Asia Minor. It underscored the limitations of the Byzantine military and shifted their strategy toward diplomacy and smaller defenses, impacting their influence in the region for years to come.