2 April 1879
Gingindlovu
British forces successfully repelled a large Zulu attack while moving to relieve Eshowe.
The Battle of Gingindlovu occurred during the Anglo-Zulu War as British forces moved to relieve the siege of Eshowe. The British established a fortified position and repelled a major Zulu attack.
Historical significance
The battle became one of the major engagements leading toward later British advances into Zululand.