Raid on Sidi Haneish Airfield (1942 AD)
Raid on Sidi Haneish Airfield took place in 1942 AD during Western Desert campaign.
Battle facts
- Year: 1942 AD
- Date: 1942-07-27
- Era: Modern
- Conflict: Western Desert campaign
- Commanders (A): David Stirling, Carol Mather, Paddy Mayne
- Commanders (B): Unknown
- Casualties: approx. *2 killed in action Lance Bombardier John Robson (British) & Aspirant André Zirnheld (France)
3 jeeps lost37 aircraft destroyed
Numerous casualties
- Outcome: Allied victory
- Coordinates: 31.163°, 27.627°
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