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Bombardment of Salé
- When
- 26-27 November 1851
- Where
- Salé
French naval forces bombarded Salé in retaliation for the looting of a French cargo ship, causing significant damage to the city.
The bombardment occurred between 26 and 27 November 1851. French forces, led by Louis Dubourdieu, engaged Moroccan artillery for seven hours before bombarding the city through the night. The attack damaged the city's infrastructure and the Great Mosque of Salé.
Sources
- Bombardment of Salé (1851) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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