Historical Events tagged with "mahdist"
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British Victory at Omdurman Secures Sudan
The Battle of Omdurman saw British and Egyptian forces decisively defeat Sudanese tribesmen led by the Mahdist forces on the banks of the Nile. The battle took place near Omdurman, Sudan. Led by General Horatio Kitchener, the British aimed to establish colonial control over Sudan and suppress the Mahdist uprising. The engagement showcased the effectiveness of modern military technology, including the Maxim gun, which greatly increased British firepower, leading to a swift victory.
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Loyal troops of the Mahdi, led by their forces, seized control of Khartoum and killed Charles George Gordon, the Governor-General of Sudan. This marked a significant victory for the Mahdist forces in their struggle against British and Egyptian rule in the region. The siege of Khartoum lasted for nearly a year, culminating in the fall of the city and the enduring legacy of the Mahdist revolt, which arose in response to foreign domination and internal corruption in Sudan.
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