Battle of Omdurman

The Battle of Omdurman, fought on September 2, 1898, in Sudan, was a decisive confrontation between British-Egyptian forces led by General Kitchener and the Mahdist Sudanese army. The British used advanced weaponry, including machine guns, to overpower the Mahdists’ traditional troops. This battle marked the end of the Mahdist revolt and established British control over Sudan, consolidating colonial influence in the region. It demonstrated the technological and tactical advantages of modern warfare, leading to a significant shift in the control of Sudan and the broader region.