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Battle of Tsuntua 1804

Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Year1804Wikidata P585 (point in time)
Era19th century (1800–1913)derived from year
LocationNigeriaNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentAfricaNatural Earth
Coordinates13.6440, 6.2899Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Tsuntsua, fought in December 1804, was one of the largest battles in the jihad of Usman dan Fodio.

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Location

13.6440, 6.2899 · Nigeria

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