Battle of Malolo (1840 AD)

Battle of Malolo (United States vs Fijians) took place in 1840 AD during 1840 Fiji expedition.

Battle facts

Year: 1840 AD
Era: Modern
Conflict: 1840 Fiji expedition
Side A: United States
Side B: Fijians
Commanders (A): 23px Charles Wilkes
Commanders (B): Unknown Fijian Chief
Casualties: approx. Military: 2 Dead Several InjuredMilitary: 74–104 dead Unknown injured Civilian: At least 1 child Unknown injured
Outcome: United States victory Deaths of U.S. Sailors avenged Enemy chief killed Sualib and Arro villages destroyed Survivors of Sualib and Arro surrender Reparations received by the expedition
Coordinates: -17.750°, 177.167°