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The battle took place on January 22-23, 1879 during the Zulu Wars (Anglo-Zulu War) in Africa.

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The battle of rorkes drift was fought on the 22nd to 23rd of January 1879

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The Battle of Rorke's Drift was a battle in the Anglo-Zulu War, it started the morning of 22 January 1879, and continued to the following day, 23 January.

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Battle of Rorke's Drift happened on 1879-01-23.

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How long did the battle at rorkes drift last?

The battle of Rorkes Drift lasted 2 days.


Who fought the battle of rorkes drift?

The British and the Zulu.


Why did the battle of Rorkes Drift take place?

because the Zulu nation was not happy with the British taking over their lands.


What famous film chronicled the battle of rorkes drift?

Zulu. It has some historical inaccuracies, but it is a very good and entertaining film.


Names of those killed at Rorkes Drift?

Sixteen members of the British force and 351 Zulu were killed at Rorke's Drift.


Who were the combatants of the battle of rorkes drift?

The battle of Rorkes Drift was fought between 3000 Zulu warriors and only 100 British troops, and the British, Australian, Dutch soldiers Fought to the last 12 Men.The Zulu soldiers Stopped and Honored Them with a Chant from on top of the Hill Just like in the Movie. So no side one, For if the Zulu had Charged One more time they would Have wiped Them all Out.All were Awarded the Victoria Cross


Who was cetshwayo.?

King of the Zulu people in South Africa. He was defeated in the remarkable British defence of the mission at Rorkes Drift in 1879.


What weapons were used in the Rorkes Drift?

The British used the standard British Army rifle and the Zulu's used the short assegai.


What country had the battle of Rorke's drift?

Britain and the Zulu's had the Battle of Rorke's Drift.


Where was Cetshwayo kaMpande born?

King of the Zulu people in South Africa. He was defeated in the remarkable British defence of the mission at Rorkes Drift in 1879.


What are the release dates for On The Scene Drift Battle - 2005?

On The Scene Drift Battle - 2005 was released on: USA: April 2005


What and were are the main battles of the zulu war?

The Battle of Isandlwana,The Battle of GingindlovuandThe Battle of Rorke's Drift