Battle of Salga (1581 AD)

Battle of Salga (Portuguese loyal to António, Prior of Crato vs Spain & Portuguese loyal to Philip I) took place in 1581 AD during War of the Portuguese Succession.

Battle facts

• Year: 1581 AD
• Date: 1581-08-04
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: War of the Portuguese Succession
• Side A: Portuguese loyal to António, Prior of Crato
• Side B: Spain, Portuguese loyal to Philip I
• Commanders (A): Ciprião de Figueiredo
• Commanders (B): Pedro de Valdez
• Casualties: approx. approx. 100approx. 500
• Outcome: Victory for António, Prior of Crato
• Coordinates: 38.616°, -27.098°

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