The Anglo-Zanzibar War, known for its incredibly short duration of only 38 minutes, stands as the briefest conflict in documented history. It commenced in 1896 when Sultan Khalid bin Bargash of Zanzibar claimed authority after his uncle’s questionable demise. Perceiving Khalid as too self-reliant, the British presented him with a demand to disband his forces and vacate the palace. In defiance, Khalid declined the ultimatum, prompting British warships to launch an assault on the Sultan’s residence, swiftly overpowering his defenses. Khalid fled, culminating in a rapid victory for the British forces.
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