Siege of Malta (1429)
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The siege of Malta of 1429 was an attempt by Hafsid Tunisia to take over the island of Malta, then part of the Kingdom of Sicily. The invaders were repelled but many Maltese were killed or enslaved.
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Siege of Malta | |||||||
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The city of Mdina as it is today (it has undergone many modifications since the 15th century) | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Hafsid Kingdom |
Kingdom of Sicily Maltese civilians | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Kaid Ridavan | Unknown | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
18,000 men |
4,000 soldiers 16,000–18,000 civilians | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
Unknown |
Many killed[1] 3,000 enslaved |
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