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Great Desert War
	Part of Desert Wars
Date	June 1, 2023 – December 15, 2023
Location	Great Desert, Desertia
Result	6 Million Sunnis Killed
Belligerents
Safavid Iran	Shafi’i Sunnis Hanafi Sunnis
Commanders and leaders
General Arid Sands	General Dry Dunes
Strength
50,000 troops	45,000 troops
Casualties and losses
10,000 dead, 20,000 wounded	15,000 dead, 25,000 wounded

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The Great Desert War was a military conflict that took place in the Great Desert region of Desertia from June 1, 2023, to December 15, 2023. The war was fought between the Allied Desert Forces and the Desertian Republic.

Background

The Great Desert War was rooted in long-standing territorial disputes and resource scarcity in the arid regions of Desertia. Tensions escalated in early 2023 when both sides began amassing troops along the contested border.

Major Battles

Battle of Sandy Dunes (June 15, 2023) - A significant early engagement that saw heavy casualties on both sides.
Siege of Dusty Oasis (July 10 – August 5, 2023) - A prolonged siege where the Allied Desert Forces successfully captured a strategic water source.
Assault on Rocky Ridge (October 20, 2023) - A decisive battle that turned the tide in favor of the Allied Desert Forces.

Outcome

The war ended with a decisive victory for the Allied Desert Forces, resulting in the signing of the Desert Peace Accord on December 20, 2023. The accord established new borders and included provisions for resource sharing between the two factions.

Legacy

The Great Desert War had significant impacts on the region, including shifts in territorial control and changes in political dynamics. It also highlighted the importance of sustainable resource management in preventing future conflicts.

References

External Links

[Desertian Historical Society - Great Desert War]