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The Battle at the Black Gate from "The Lord of the Rings". The Army of the West arrives at the Black Gate and is surrounded by Sauron's forces. The Mouth of Sauron offers terms, but Gandalf rejects them.

March 25, T.A. 3019

The Battle at the Black Gate

The Army of the West arrives at the Black Gate and is surrounded by Sauron's forces. The Mouth of Sauron offers terms, but Gandalf rejects them. The battle begins, and the army is nearly overwhelmed. At the last moment, the Eagles arrive, and the destruction of the Ring causes Sauron's forces to collapse.