Battle of the Smala (1843)

Battle of the Smala (Kingdom of France vs 23px Emirate of Mascara) took place in 1843 during French conquest of Algeria.

Battle facts

• Year: 1843
• Date: 1843-05-16
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: French conquest of Algeria
• Side A: Kingdom of France
• Side B: 23px Emirate of Mascara
• Commanders (A): Henri d'Orléans
• Commanders (B): 23px Emir Abdelkader
• Casualties: 9 dead 12 wounded (Kingdom of France), 300 dead 3,000 captured (23px Emirate of Mascara)
• Outcome: French victory
• Coordinates: 34.893°, 2.310°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of the Smala · Wikidata entry

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