Siege of Abadan (1981 AD)

Siege of Abadan (Iraq vs Side B) took place in 1981 AD during Iran–Iraq War.

Battle facts

Year: 1981 AD
Date: 1981-09-27
Era: Contemporary
Conflict: Iran–Iraq War
Side A: Iraq
Commanders (A): Saddam Hussein
Commanders (B): Ruhollah Khomeini, Mostafa Chamran
Casualties: approx. 1,500 casualties Hundreds of armored vehicles destroyed3,000 casualties 170+ tanks destroyed
Outcome: Iranian victory Iraqi siege broken
Coordinates: 30.333°, 48.283°