Battle of Zeila (1517)

Battle of Zeila (1517)
Part of Somali-Portuguese conflicts

16th century engraving depicting the Battle of Zeila in 1517
DateJuly 1517
Location
Zeila, Adal Sultanate
Result Portuguese victory
Belligerents
Portuguese Empire Adal Sultanate
Commanders and leaders
Lopo Soares de Albergaria Unknown
Strength
34 ships Unknown
Casualties and losses
Few or none Unknown

The Battle of Zeila was an armed encounter that took place in the coastal city of Zeila, between the forces of the Adal Sultanate and those of the Portuguese Empire, under the command of the governor of India Lopo Soares de Albergaria. After a brief fight, the Portuguese captured and razed the city.

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