In which year of the Islamic calendar was the Battle of Qadsia fought?

Explanation

The Battle of Qadsia (also spelled Qadisiyyah) was a decisive battle between the Muslim Arab forces and the Sassanid Persian Empire. It took place in 15 Hijri (636 CE) during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (R.A). The Muslim army was led by Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas (R.A), and the victory opened the door for the Muslim conquest of Persia, including its capital Ctesiphon (Madain). This battle is considered one of the most significant military engagements in early Islamic history.

Good to know

The Battle of Qadsia was fought near the village of Qadisiyyah in present-day Iraq, close to the Euphrates River. The Persian army was commanded by their famed general Rustam, who was killed in the battle. The Muslim victory at Qadsia led to the eventual collapse of the Sassanid Empire, which had been a dominant power in the region for over four centuries. Following this victory, the Muslims captured the Persian capital Madain (Ctesiphon) in the same year.

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