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Battle of Maiwand
- When
- 27 July 1880
- Where
- Maiwand, Kandahar Province
Afghan forces under Ayub Khan defeated British troops under Burrows near Maiwand, resulting in heavy casualties for both sides.
Fought near Maiwand, the battle saw 25,000 Afghans defeat 2,476 British and Indian troops. Afghans suffered 2,500-3,000 casualties, while British losses reached possibly 1,200 killed. The engagement dampened British morale but disappointed Ayub Khan due to the high cost of the tactical victory.
Sources
- Battle of Maiwand Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
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