Historical Events tagged with "cyrenaica"
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Military & Warfare
Italy's Annexation of Tripoli and Cyrenaica
November 5th, 1911 113 years ago
Italy successfully annexed Tripoli and Cyrenaica after declaring war on the Ottoman Empire. The campaign began on September 29, 1911, primarily aimed at expanding Italy's influence in North Africa. The conflict was marked by rapid advances and the strategic capture of key territories, culminating in the official annexation. Italy sought to assert its power in a region dominated by the Ottomans, driven by nationalistic ambitions and economic interests.
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