The Battle of Mylae took place in 260 BCE during the First Punic War between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian Empire. This naval battle was significant as it marked Rome's first major victory at sea. The Roman fleet, commanded by Gaius Duilius, utilized innovative tactics and the corvus, a boarding device, to engage the Carthaginian ships effectively. The battle occurred near the port of Mylae in Sicily. The Roman victory not only boosted their naval capabilities but also shifted the balance of power in the conflict. This success laid the groundwork for further Roman expansion in the Mediterranean.