Battle of Asfeld

The Battle of Asfeld was fought in 552 between the Lombards and the Gepids. The Lombards, led by King Audoin (with the help of his brother-in-law Amalafrid^[4]), were victorious, and, Turismod, the son of King Thorisind, was slain in the battle.

Battle of Asfeld
Alboin, son of King Audoin Alboin slew Thorismund in single combat during the battle [1]
Date 552 Location Asfeld?, Pannonia Secunda Result Lombard victory
Belligerents
Lombards	Gepids
Commanders and leaders
King Audoin Prince Alboin [2][3]	King Thorisind Prince Thorismund † [2][3]
Casualties and losses
Unknown	Heavy[3]

See also

• Lombard–Gepid War (567)