Arabs capture Jiddah (jun 10, 1916 – jun 16, 1916)
Description:
The port of Jeddah was attacked by 3500 Arabs on 10 June 1916 with the assistance of bombardment by British warships and seaplanes.[25] The seaplane carrier HMS Ben-my-Chree provided crucial air support to the Hashemite forces.[29] The Ottoman garrison surrendered on 16 June.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 10, 1916
jun 16, 1916
~ 6 days