Battle of Kalinga War 261 BC
Ashoka conquers Kalinga; horrified by the slaughter, he turns to Buddhism and rule by dharma.
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Key facts
| Date | 261 BC |
| Type | Battle |
| Location | 20.30° N, 85.80° E |
| Nearest city on the map | Kolkata (about 366 km) |
| Territory of (map of 300 BC) | Mauryan Empire |
Rulers in 261 BC
| Realm | Ruler | Reign |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Roman Republic (consuls) | 509 BC–28 BC |
The world around 261 BC
| Year | Event | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 260 BC | Battle of Changping | Battle of Changping |