Later.
Alexandria, November 22.
Some particulars havo been received from the Soudan regarding the destruction of the Egyptian Army, which is now fujly confirmed. Tho accounts to hand state that a battle lasting for three days was fought between the rebels and the whole force, under tho command of General Hicks. The fighting was most desperate on both sides, but the Egyptian troops wore outnumbered and completely annihilated by the rebels, who gave no quarter, only ono man oscaping from the slaughter.
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Auckland Star, Volume XXI, Issue 4192, 23 November 1883, Page 2
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