Ayun-Jaffa offensive (14 nov 1917 – 16 nov 1917)
Description:
On 14 November the New Zealand Mounted Rifles Brigade (commanded by Brigadier General William Meldrum) ran into a determined and well entrenched Ottoman rearguard near Ayun Kara, which they attacked. Fierce close quarter fighting against the Ottoman 3rd Infantry Division continued during the afternoon.[103] Although severely threatened, the New Zealand Mounted Rifle Brigade eventually prevailed and went on to occupy Jaffa two days later.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
14 nov 1917
16 nov 1917
~ 2 days