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Siege of Sarajevo
1992 - 1996 • Sarajevo Belagerung
Historical Overview
Longest siege of a capital city in the 20th century.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Draw.
Bosnia
- Commander: Sefer Halilović
- Strength: 40000
- Casualties: 6000
Rep. Srpska
- Commander: Ratko Mladić
- Strength: 15000
- Casualties: 2000
Strategic Context
Attrition of the Bosnian government.
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