Hispano-Moroccan War (1859–1860)

October 22, 1859 – April 26, 1860

Result Spanish victory

Spain under Leopoldo O'Donnell invaded Morocco after attacks near Ceuta and captured Tétouan. The Treaty of Wad-Ras enlarged Ceuta and made Morocco pay an indemnity.

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Battles 5

December 9, 1859

Battle of Sierra Bullones Spanish victory

January 1, 1860

Battle of Castillejos Spanish victory Fnideq Leopoldo O'Donnell

February 4, 1860

Battle of Tétouan Spanish victory Tétouan Leopoldo O'Donnell, Muhammad IV of Morocco

February 9, 1860

Battle of Melilla (1860) Moroccan victory Melilla

March 23, 1860

Battle of Wad Ras Spanish victory Leopoldo O'Donnell

Key commanders

Spain 2

Isabella II military commander

Leopoldo O'Donnell military commander

Morocco 1

Muhammad IV of Morocco military commander