496 BC

Centuries:	6th century BC · 5th century BC · 4th century BC
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The former Etruscan King of Rome, Tarquinius Superbus, who was exiled by the Romans in 508 BC), and his ally Lars Porsena, the King of Clusium, are defeated by the new Roman Republic army at the Battle of Lake Regillus, near Frascati. The outcome of this battle established Roman supremacy over the Latins.
Carthage and Rome make a treaty whereby Roman ships undertake not to trade to the west of Carthage while the Carthaginians undertake not to interfere in Latin politics.

Cyprus throws off Persian domination and joins the Ionian Revolt.
Hipparchos, son of Charmos (a relative of the 6th century BC tyrant Peisistratos), wins the archonship of Athens as leader of the peace party which argues that resistance against the Persians is useless.

King Gon Jian of Yue defeats and banishes King Fucha of Wu, gaining a temporary hegemony in ancient China during the Spring and Autumn Period.

Sun Tzu, military philosopher and author of The Art of War (most likely a colloquial date).

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