Mazagan Ambush

In 1640, the Moroccans, led by Sidi al-Ayachi ambushed a Portuguese force from Mazagan, successfully killing most of them, including their commander.

Mazagan Ambush
Part of the Moroccan–Portuguese conflicts
Date11 April 1640
Location
Result Moroccan victory
Belligerents
Portuguese Empire Republic of Salé
Commanders and leaders
Francisco de Mascarenhas   Sidi M'Hamed al-Ayachi
Strength
140 Knights 4,000 men
Casualties and losses
All but 27 killed
or
All but 3 killed
5 captured
Unknown
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