Battle of the Alcaides (1514 AD)

Battle of the Alcaides (Kingdom of Portugal vs Sultanate of Morocco) took place in 1514 AD during Moroccan–Portuguese conflicts.

Battle facts

• Year: 1514 AD
• Date: 1514-01-01
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Moroccan–Portuguese conflicts
• Side A: Kingdom of Portugal
• Side B: Sultanate of Morocco
• Commanders (A): Nuno Fernandes de Ataíde, Martim Afonso de Melo Coutinho, João de Meneses, Iheabenafut
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: approx. Light2,000 dead 280 prisoners
• Outcome: Portuguese victory
• Coordinates: 32.862°, -8.061°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of the Alcaides · Wikidata entry

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