Battle of Jahra
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The Battle of Jahra was a battle during the Kuwait–Najd War, fought between Kuwaiti forces and Saudi-supported militants. The battle took place in Al-Jahra, west of Kuwait City on 10 October 1920 around the Kuwait Red Fort.
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Battle of Jahra | |||||||
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Kuwait Red Fort | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Faisal al-Dwaish |
Salim I
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3,000-4,000 men | 1,500–4,000 men | ||||||
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400-500 killed | 300 killed |
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