In the naval Battle of Actium on 2 September 31 BC, Octavian fought against the combined fleets of whom?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Mark Antony and Cleopatra
- Step 1: The Battle of Actium was a naval battle fought between Octavian 's maritime fleet, led by Marcus Agrippa, and the combined fleets of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. Answer: Mark Antony and Cleopatra. Why not the others: Caesar defeated Pompey at Pharsalus, Alexander fought Darius at Gaugamela, and Scipio beat Hannibal at Zama.
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