Battle of Magdhaba

December 23, 1916 · Sinai Peninsula

Result British victory

Anzac mounted troops attacked an entrenched Ottoman garrison in the Sinai and took the position. It was a step in clearing Ottoman forces from the Sinai during the defence of Egypt.

Allies

Central Powers

Other

Strength and losses

Strength
6,000
Deaths
22
Wounded
124
Strength
2,000
Captured
1,242–1,282