The Battle of Tiel was a military engagement that took place in the year 69 AD during the Year of the Four Emperors in the Roman Empire. This battle was fought between the forces of the Roman general Gaius Julius Vindex and the troops loyal to the emperor Nero. The conflict arose as Vindex sought to challenge Nero's rule, leading to a significant confrontation in the region of Tiel, located in present-day Netherlands. The battle ended in defeat for Vindex, which ultimately contributed to Nero's downfall. Following the loss, Vindex committed suicide, and his forces disbanded. This event was part of a larger series of civil wars that marked a tumultuous period in Roman history, highlighting the instability of imperial power during that era.