Battle of Sandfontein (1914)

Battle of Sandfontein (German Southwest Africa vs Side B) took place in 1914 during World War I.

Battle facts

• Year: 1914
• Date: 26 September 1914
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: World War I
• Side A: German Southwest Africa
• Commanders (A): Joachim von Heydebreck
• Commanders (B): R.C. Grant, E.J. Welby
• Casualties: 14 killed 46 wounded (German Southwest Africa), 16 killed 51 wounded 205 captured (side B)
• Outcome: German victory
• Coordinates: -28.700°, 18.550°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Sandfontein · Wikidata entry