Egyptian Battles
Memphis
The Battle of Memphis was fought in 525 BC in Upper Egypt during the Late Period era, a siege engagement against Persians. It ended in defeat for the Egyptian side.
Historical Note
After Pelusium, Cambyses besieged the old capital. The fortress walls held a fortnight before Egyptian morale collapsed. Cambyses entered Memphis, executed the chief priest, and — the priests would later write — speared the sacred Apis bull.