Tag: 19th Century Conflicts

Chilean Civil War of 1891 Explained

The Chilean Civil War of 1891 was a conflict between the congressional and presidential factions that resulted in the overthrow of President José Manuel Balmaceda.

First Matabele War Explained

The First Matabele War was a conflict between the British South Africa Company and the Matabele Kingdom in present-day Zimbabwe, resulting in the defeat of the Matabele and the establishment of British control.

Franco-Prussian War Explained

The Franco-Prussian War was a conflict between France and Prussia that resulted in the unification of Germany and the downfall of the French Empire.

Dutch intervention in Lombok and Karangasem Explained

The Dutch intervention in Lombok and Karangasem involved the colonization and suppression of local resistance in these Indonesian regions during the late 19th century.

Taiping Rebellion Explained

The Taiping Rebellion was a massive civil war in China from 1850 to 1864, led by Hong Xiuquan, with the goal of establishing a utopian Christian kingdom.

Second Anglo-Afghan War Explained

The Second Anglo-Afghan War was a conflict between the British Empire and Afghanistan from 1878 to 1880, resulting in British control over Afghan foreign affairs.

Aceh War Explained

The Aceh War was a long and brutal conflict between the Dutch colonial forces and the Acehnese Sultanate in Indonesia.

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