Second Sumatran expedition (1838)

Second Sumatran expedition (United States vs Chiefdom of Quallah Battoo & Chiefdom of Muckie) took place in 1838 during Sumatran expeditions.

Battle facts

• Year: 1838
• Date: December 1838
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Sumatran expeditions
• Side A: United States
• Side B: Chiefdom of Quallah Battoo, Chiefdom of Muckie
• Commanders (A): George C. Read, T.W. Wyman
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: 5 Forts and the Village of Muckie destroyed Town of Quallah Battoo Bombarded Several proas destroyed Unknown number of soldiers and civilians killed (side B)
• Outcome: American victory Malays cease attacks on American vessels
• Coordinates: 3.593°, 97.222°

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Sources

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