First Battle of Kassassin28 August 1882
British forces defeat an Egyptian attack near Kassassin.
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Garnet Joseph Wolseley Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Garnet Joseph Wolseley, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
8 records1882–18828 events3 places
Chronological biography
1882
Kassassin Position Defended28 August 1882
Wolseley's army secures its position during the canal-zone campaign.
Kassassin Victory9 September 1882
The victory clears the way for the advance toward Tel el-Kebir.
Second Battle of Kassassin9 September 1882
British forces defeat another Egyptian attack at Kassassin.
Battle of Tel el-Kebir13 September 1882
Defeats Urabi's army in a surprise dawn attack.
Egyptian Defences Broken13 September 1882
The decisive victory breaks organized Egyptian resistance.
British Forces Enter Cairo14 September 1882
The occupation completes the rapid defeat of Urabi's army.
Occupation of Cairo14 September 1882
British forces enter Cairo after victory at Tel el-Kebir.
Titles and roles
General · British Expeditionary Force Commander
Record provenance
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