On 27th August 1896, the sultanate of Zanzibar faced a crisis as Khalid bin Barghash seized the throne, defying British interests. The British issued an ultimatum, demanding his resignation. At 9:02 a.m., British warships opened fire, leading to a swift collapse of resistance. By 9:40 a.m., the conflict, lasting just 38 minutes, ended with Khalid's escape and the installation of a pro-British sultan, marking a significant moment in colonial history.
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