Zanzibar! The shortest war in history <br /><br />How much do you know about this incredible island? <br /><br />Did you know that the shortest war in history lasted just 38 minutes? <br /><br />In 1896, the Anglo-Zanzibar War broke out when Sultan Khalid bin Barghash refused to step down after taking the throne. <br /><br />The British Navy responded with a powerful bombardment, and in less than an hour, the Sultan’s palace was in ruins, marking the end of the conflict. <br /><br />Watch to learn how this incredible moment became a fascinating piece of world history! <br /><br />Keywords: <br />Anglo-Zanzibar War, Shortest war in history, 38-minute war, Zanzibar history, British Empire, Sultan Khalid bin Barghash, 1896 war, World history facts, Historical conflicts, British Navy
