Capture of Owerri
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The siege of Owerri was a battle between Nigerian and Biafran forces in the Nigerian Civil War. The capture was a major victory for the Biafrans because the victory opened up telephone lines, enhanced road telecommunications, and showed that with stiff resistance, Biafra could defeat Nigerian forces.
1968-10-15T00:00:00Z
1969-04-25T00:00:00Z
1968 — 1969 Capture of Owerri
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| Type | Subtype | Date | Description | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| event | armed conflict | 1968 | Capture of Owerri | battle | Wikidata |