Battle of Bouzegza

Overview

The Battle of Bouzegza took place during the Algerian War in the Berber-speaking region of the Adrar Azegzaw massif, at the far eastern end of the Mitidja Plain.

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Significance

The Battle of Bouzegza was fought in the Adrar Azegzaw massif at the far eastern end of the Mitidja Plain, placing it within the Berber-speaking interior during the wider Algerian War of 1954–1962. The engagement involved senior French commander Jacques Massu alongside ALN commanders Azzedine, Si Boualem, and Colonel Nedjadi Mohamed, indicating operational-level attention to this area of the Mitidja. Beyond its geographic and command-level context, the available record does not specify the outcome or its effect on the broader campaign.

Commanders (4)