Battle of Afabet (1988 AD)

Battle of Afabet (EPLF vs Ethiopia) took place in 1988 AD during Eritrean War of Independence.

Battle facts

Year: 1988 AD
Date: 1988-03-20
Era: Contemporary
Conflict: Eritrean War of Independence
Side A: EPLF
Side B: Ethiopia
Commanders (A): Mesfin Hagos, Gebregziabher Andemariam
Commanders (B): Getaneh Haile, Wubetu Tsegaye
Casualties: approx. 4,000–5,000 killed 5,000 wounded8,000–9,000 killed 5,000 captured 1 killed 3 captured
Outcome: EPLF victory
Coordinates: 16.183°, 38.683°