Battle of Tabora (1916)

Battle of Tabora (Belgium vs German East Africa) took place in 1916 during East African Campaign.

Battle facts

Year: 1916
Date: 1916-09-19
Era: Modern
Conflict: East African Campaign
Side A: Belgium
Side B: German East Africa
Commanders (A): Charles Tombeur
Commanders (B): Kurt Wahle
Casualties: 1,300 (Belgium), 400 (228 captured) (German East Africa)
Outcome: Belgian victory Most of the Ruanda-Urundi territory is left under Belgian control for the rest of the war Allies gain control of the vital Tanganjikabahn railway line
Coordinates: -5.017°, 32.800°