The Archive · 1899

LORD METHUEN'S VICTORY aT

BELMONT

The British losses at Belmont were 58 killed, 146 wounded, and 21 missing. The losses include 4 officers killed and 21 wounded.

Fifty prisoners were taken, including. the German commandant and six Feld cornets.

The infantry behaved splendidly, and, supported by the naval brigade and artillery, carried three ridges successively.

The enemy fought with courage and skill.

The casualties amongst the officers were chiefly Guardsmen.

London, 26th November.

THE END OF THF KHALIFA, Colonel Sir F. R. Wingate, K.c.31.¢., ete, ete, Adjutant-General of the Egyptian Army,.has -attacked and killed the Khalifa.

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