Battle of Abu Klea (1885)

Battle of Abu Klea (Side A vs Mahdist State) took place in 1885 during Mahdist War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1885
• Date: 17 January 1885
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Mahdist War
• Side B: Mahdist State
• Commanders (A): Herbert Stewart
• Commanders (B): Muhammad Ahmad
• Casualties: 74 killed 94 wounded (side A), 1,100 killed, unknown wounded (Mahdist State)
• Outcome: British victory
• Coordinates: 16.983°, 33.300°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Abu Klea · Wikidata entry