Siege of Giarabub (1940 AD)

Siege of Giarabub took place in 1940 AD during Western Desert campaign.

Battle facts

Year: 1940 AD
Date: 1940-12-25
Era: Modern
Conflict: Western Desert campaign
Commanders (A): George Wootten
Commanders (B): Salvatore Castagna
Casualties: approx. 17 killed, 77 wounded (final assault only)250 killed 1,300 prisoners 26 field guns
Outcome: Commonwealth victory
Coordinates: 29.742°, 24.517°