Siege of Medina Fort (1857)

Siege of Medina Fort (French Empire & Khasso vs Toucouleur Empire) took place in 1857 during the French colonial wars.

Battle facts

Year: 1857
Date: 1857-07-18
Era: Modern
Conflict: the French colonial wars
Side A: French Empire, Khasso
Side B: Toucouleur Empire
Commanders (A): Paul Holle, Louis Faidherbe
Commanders (B): Omar Saidou Tall
Casualties: 31 killed 95 wounded (French Empire & Khasso), 2,000 killed many wounded (Toucouleur Empire)
Outcome: French victory
Coordinates: 14.376°, -11.368°