Battle of the Terek River

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Battle of the Terek River
Part of Tokhtamysh-Timur War
Date April 14, 1395
Location North Caucasus, Golden Horde
Result Timur's decisive victory
Combatants
Tamerlan Empire Golden Horde
Commanders
Timur Tokhtamysh
Tokhtamysh-Timur war
KondurchaTerek

The Battle of the Terek River was the second major battle of Tokhtamysh-Timur War. It took place at the Terek River, North Caucasus. Tokhtamysh cavalry attacked the right flank and the center of Timur's army. However, some Hordian emirs went over Timur's side. This helped Timur to defeat left flank of Tokhtamysh army and then an army itself. Victorious army pursued Tokhtamysh, annihilating cities, staying on the Volga. The destroyed cities include Xacitarxan, Azaq, Majar, Sarai al-Jadid, Ukek.