What the records say
- When
- Aug 1542
- Kind
- Battle
- Coordinates
- 11.66° N, 37.96° E
- Description
- 1542 battle during the Ethiopian-Adal war
Placed at the area, not an exact site.
Battle of the Hill of the Jews
Battle during the Ethiopian-Adal War
The Battle of the Hill of the Jews was fought in Ethiopia in August 1542 between the Portuguese forces of Cristóvão da Gama and the Adal Sultanate. The Portuguese won the battle, capturing many horses that they could have used to exploit their victory in the previous battle of Jarte.
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