Battle of Rorke's Drift (1879 AD)

Battle of Rorke's Drift (Side A vs Zulu Kingdom) took place in 1879 AD during Anglo-Zulu War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1879 AD
• Date: 1879-01-23
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Anglo-Zulu War
• Side B: Zulu Kingdom
• Commanders (A): Lt. John Chard, Lt. Gonville Bromhead
• Commanders (B): Prince Dabulamanzi kaMpande
• Casualties: approx. 17 killed 15 wounded351 confirmed killed About 500 wounded
• Outcome: British victory
• Coordinates: -28.358°, 30.537°

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