Conquest of Ai

The Conquest of Ai was a major Hebrew victory in the Conquest of Canaan. The victory allowed the Hebrews to seize the town of Bethel.

Conquest of Ai
Part of Conquest of Canaan
Datec. 1400 B.C.
Location
Ai, Canaan (thought to be ruins at Et-Tell)
Result Decisive Hebrew Victory
Belligerents
Hebrews Canaanites from Bethel
Commanders and leaders
Joshua King of Ai
Strength
First Day: 2,000-3,000 light infantry
Second Day: 8,000 reinforcements
First Day: 200 defenders
Second Day: 12,000 reinforcements


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