Battle of Wanat (2008 AD)

Battle of Wanat (Afghanistan vs Side B) took place in 2008 AD during War in Afghanistan (2001–2021).

Battle facts

Year: 2008 AD
Date: 2008-07-13
Era: Contemporary
Conflict: War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
Side A: Afghanistan
Commanders (A): Cpt. Matthew Myer, Lt. Jonathan Brostrom
Commanders (B): Sheikh Dost Mohammad, Maulavi Uthman, Sadiq Munibullah
Casualties: approx. 9 killed 27 wounded 4 woundedU.S claim: 21–65 killed 45 wounded (Only 2 bodies were found)
Outcome: Initial American victory; later withdrawal (See aftermath)
Coordinates: 35.053°, 70.907°