Battle of Omal

The Battle of Omal was the second battle in the Eritrean War of Independence, and took place in 14 September 1961[1]. In the battle, Ethiopian police units attempted to avenge the defeat in the Battle of Adal, but after a fierce battle they retreated[2]. The Battle of Omal was the first battle where the ELF lost a soldier, Mohammed Fayd.[2]

Battle of Omal
Part of Eritrean War of Independence
Omal
Battle of Omal (Eritrea)
Date14 September 1961
Location
Omal, Eritrea
Result ELF victory
Belligerents
Eritrean Liberation Front  Ethiopian Empire
Commanders and leaders
Hamid Idris Awate Unknown
Strength
Unknown Unknown
Casualties and losses
1 killed Unknown

References
  1. "GOLDEN JUBILEE (September 01, 1961 - September 01, 2011)". Farajat English Page. 2011-09-06. Retrieved 2018-12-13.
  2. "From the Experiences of the Eritrean Liberation Army (ELA)". NHarnet.net. 13 January 2005. Archived from the original on 2009-09-26. Retrieved 6 December 2018.
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