Abushiri Revolt (1888 AD)

Abushiri Revolt (Germany & German East Africa Company vs Arab and Swahili Rebels) took place in 1888 AD during Scramble for Africa.

Battle facts

Year: 1888 AD
Date: 1888-01-01
Era: Modern
Conflict: Scramble for Africa
Side A: Germany, German East Africa Company
Side B: Arab and Swahili Rebels
Commanders (A): Hermann Wissmann, Emil von Zelewski
Commanders (B): Abushiri ibn Salim al-Harthi
Outcome: German victory Rebellion suppressed German Government takes control of Tanganyika from German East Africa Company
Coordinates: -6.118°, 39.314°