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Surrender of Bushehr
- When
- December 1856
- Where
- Bushehr
Bushehr surrendered to British forces in December 1856, following the capture of nearby positions.
Bushehr surrendered to the British in December 1856. This event occurred during the Anglo-Persian War, following the landing of British forces near the city. The surrender marked the consolidation of British control in the southern Iranian coast, preceding further military operations in the region.
Sources
- Bushehr Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
- Anglo-Persian War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27
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