Battle of Leitao Coast
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The Battle of Leitao Coast was a military engagement between the Arab inhabitants of Nakhiloo Island and the Portuguese expedition sent against them. The battle ended disastrously for the Portuguese forces.
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Battle of Leitao Coast | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Portuguese Empire | Arab Niquilus | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Ruy Gonçalves da Câmara Pedro Homem Periera | Unknown | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
650 men 20 Vessels | 500 men | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
250 killed | Unknown |
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