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Battle of Fatagar

When
23 March 1559
Where
Nech Sar, Fatagar
Part of
Death of Emperor Gelawdewos of Ethiopia

Gelawdewos was killed by Harari cavalry after being struck by a bullet during the engagement at Nech Sar.

On 23 March 1559, the imperial army met Nur ibn Mujahid's forces at Nech Sar. Gelawdewos was hit by a bullet but continued fighting until surrounded by a score of Harari cavalry, who struck him fatally with spears.

Sources

  1. Gelawdewos Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-13

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