Historical Events tagged with "dujaila"
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British Attempt to Break Kut Siege Fails
In an effort to relieve the besieged city of Kut, British forces launched an offensive at Dujaila in present-day Iraq. The attack was part of a larger campaign during World War I, aimed at securing control over the region and supporting the troops surrounded by Ottoman forces. Despite initial plans and heavy artillery support, the British troops encountered fierce resistance, resulting in a significant setback as they were ultimately unable to break through to the besieged forces in Kut, leading to substantial British losses and strategic complications in the region.
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