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Battle of Rorke's Drift

Took place on January 22, 1879

147

Years ago

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The 148th anniversary falls on January 22, 2027, in 90 days.

The Battle of Rorke's Drift, also known as the Defence of Rorke's Drift, was an engagement in the Anglo-Zulu War.

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