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The Battle of Tel el-Kebir
The Battle of Tel el-Kebir occurred on September 13, 1882, during the Anglo-Egyptian War. British forces, led by General Sir Garnet Wolseley, launched a surprise night attack against the Egyptian Army, commanded by Ahmed...
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2- 1882 The Battle of Tel el-Kebir takes place in Egypt during the Anglo-Egyptian War.
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