Battle of Tétouan (1860)

The Battle of Tétouan occurred from 4 to 6 February 1860, near Tétouan, Morocco, during the Hispano-Moroccan War. Spanish forces under General Leopoldo O'Donnell defeated Moroccan tribal levies, leading to the city's fall on 6 February. This victory prompted Morocco to sue for peace, culminating in the Treaty of Wad-Ras in April 1860.

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Background and detail

Background. The conflict arose from the Hispano-Moroccan War, declared by Spain on 22 October 1859. Casus belli included attacks by Riffian tribesmen on Spanish settlements. General Leopoldo O'Donnell commanded the Spanish expeditionary force, which departed from Algeciras with 36,000 men and 65 artillery pieces. The war began with border conflicts near Ceuta and involved significant military mobilization in northern Morocco.

Aftermath. Following the battle, General O'Donnell was elevated to the 1st Duque de Tetuán. The city was occupied for 27 months. The Treaty of Wad-Ras, signed on 26 April 1860, imposed harsh terms on Morocco, including reparations and recognition of Spanish sovereignty. The Spanish Navy frigate Tetuán was later named for this battle.

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