Military & Warfare

Landing of French Troops at Sidi Ferruch

In a major military operation, thirty-four thousand French soldiers landed 27 kilometers west of Algiers at Sidi Ferruch. This marked the beginning of France's large-scale invasion of Algeria, aimed at expanding its colonial empire. The military force, under the command of General de Bourmont, encountered minimal resistance as they established a foothold in the region. This landing was pivotal in the eventual conquest of Algiers, leading to significant territorial gains for France in North Africa.

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