Ambush at Portudal (1619)

Ambush at Portudal (Danish India vs Natives of Portudal) took place in 1619 during Ove Gjedde's Expedition.

Battle facts

• Year: 1619
• Date: 19 March 1619
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Ove Gjedde's Expedition
• Side A: Danish India
• Side B: Natives of Portudal
• Commanders (A): Ove Gjedde, Thyge Stygge
• Commanders (B): Local king
• Casualties: 31 casualties (Danish India), Negligible (Natives of Portudal)
• Outcome: Native victory
• Coordinates: 14.438°, -17.012°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Ambush at Portudal · Wikidata entry