Battle of Vučji Do

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Battle of Vučji Do
Part of Montenegrin-Turkish War of 1876-1878
The Battle of Vučji Do as depicted by Petar Lubarda
Date 18 July 1876 Location Vučji Do, Ottoman Empire Result Montenegrin victory
Belligerents
Princedom of Montenegro	Ottoman Empire
Commanders
Prince Nikola Petrović-Njegoš	Muktar Pasha Osman Pasha Selim Pasha
Strength
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Casualties and losses
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The Battle of Vučji Do was a major battle that took place on 18 July 1876 in Vučji Do, Herzegovina in Ottoman Empire (modern-day Montenegro). The battle was fought between the Montenegrins and the Ottoman Turks. It resulted in a Montenegrin victory. It was considered to be a crucial victory to the Montenegrins.

The Montenegrins heavily defeated Muktar Pasha's forces and captured and killed Osman Pasha and Selim Pasha. In addition, they captured a large consignment of weapons and ammunition.

Montenegrin flag used in the battle, damaged by Ottoman soldiers' bullets

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