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Ghingilovo
Battle Name : Ghingilovo
Date(s) : 02 April 1879
Part of : British Victorian Colonial 'Small Wars' , Zulu War ,
Outcome : A victory for British Colonial forces over Zulu Warriors
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Lord Chelmsford led a column of British and native troops to relieve Etshowe.
After spotting each other late on April 1st and Laagering for the night, the Zulus attacked at daybreak in 2 columns. As at Kambula, the attacks were held off by volley fire, including the use of Gattling guns, and were driven off by a cavalry counter attack.
