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Battle of Arogee
- When
- April 10, 1868
- Where
- Battle of Arogee (named engagement; exact site not supplied)
British forces defeated Tewodros' army at Arogee on April 10, killing his general Fitawrari Gebreye.
The Battle of Arogee occurred on April 10, 1868, marking a severe blow to Tewodros' command staff. Fitawrari Gebreye, a devoted general, was killed during the clash. This defeat facilitated the British advance on Magdala, Tewodros' mountain fortress stronghold.
Sources
- Battle of Magdala Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
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