Battle of Woosung (1842 AD)

Battle of Woosung (British East India Company vs Qing China) took place in 1842 AD during First Opium War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1842 AD
• Date: 1842-06-16
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: First Opium War
• Side A: British East India Company
• Side B: Qing China
• Commanders (A): Hugh Gough, William Parker
• Commanders (B): Chen Huacheng
• Casualties: approx. 3 killed 25 woundedHundreds killed or wounded 250 guns captured
• Outcome: British victory
• Coordinates: 31.375°, 121.500°

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