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Useless Fact You Don't Need To Know 11.
Surprisingly, the shortest war in history occurred between Britain and Zanzibar on August 27, 1896, lasting only 38 minutes! The conflict erupted when a new Sultan was installed in Zanzibar, and the British Empire objected, demanding the reinstatement of their preferred ruler. With tensions escalating, the British bombarded the Sultan's palace, leading to a swift surrender. In less time than it takes to watch an episode of a TV show, this historical clash was over. The brevity of the war remains a remarkable footnote in history, underscoring the swift and decisive power that colonial empires could wield in the late 19th century.
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