Battle of Kafer Qal'eh
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The Battle of Kafer Qal'eh was a series of clashes which decided the outcome to the Herat Campaign. In its culminating stage the battle bears some resemblances to the battle of Sangan although it was both preceded and succeeded by numerous other minor skirmishes and engagements.
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Battle of Kafer Qal'eh | |||||||
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Part of Nader's Campaigns | |||||||
Harirud, the river near the battlefield | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Safavid loyalists | Abdali Afghans | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Nader (WIA) | Allahyar Khan | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
15,000 [2] | 30,000 [2] | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
Moderate | Moderate |
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