7 December 1915: The 6th (Poona) Division of the British Indian Army, in retreat after its defeat at Ctesiphon, was surrounded by German-led Ottoman forces at the village of Kut Al Amara; the British cavalry successfully broke out; & the Ottomans began building defensive works downriver (the Tigris) to thwart anticipated British relief expeditions.
Lest we forget.
Commentary: The Battle of Ctesiphon, 22-25 November 1915; see: № CDLXXI.
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