Battle of Tan-Tan (1979)

Battle of Tan-Tan took place in 1979 during Western Sahara War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1979
• Date: 28 January 1979
• Era: Contemporary
• Conflict: Western Sahara War
• Commanders (A): Lahbib Ayoub
• Commanders (B): Abdelaziz Bennani, Colonel Lahlou
• Casualties: At least 20 dead (side A), At least 17 dead At least 14 injured 1-18 prisoners (side B)
• Coordinates: 28.429°, -11.098°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Tan-Tan · Wikidata entry