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Siege of Acre

When
3 November 1831 to 27 May 1832
Where
Acre
Part of
Egyptian forces occupy Syria, opening the Egyptian–Ottoman War

Egyptian forces besieged Acre starting in late 1831, capturing it after six months.

Land and sea forces under Ibrahim Pasha were sent north to besiege Acre in October 1831. The siege lasted from 3 November 1831 to 27 May 1832, ending with the city's capture. Muhammad Ali alleged that 6,000 fellahin had fled to Acre to escape the draft, corvée, and taxes, and he wanted them back.

Sources

  1. Egyptian–Ottoman War (1831–1833) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-10
  2. Muhammad Ali of Egypt Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-01

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