Conquest of Asilah (1471)

Conquest of Asilah (Kingdom of Portugal vs Wattasid Morocco) took place in 1471 during Moroccan–Portuguese conflicts.

Battle facts

• Year: 1471
• Date: 24 August 1471
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Moroccan–Portuguese conflicts
• Side A: Kingdom of Portugal
• Side B: Wattasid Morocco
• Commanders (A): Afonso V of Portugal, Prince John
• Commanders (B): Mohamed Cheikh
• Casualties: 2,000 killed 5,000 captured (Wattasid Morocco)
• Outcome: Portuguese victory
• Coordinates: 35.467°, -6.033°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Conquest of Asilah · Wikidata entry