The Anglo-Zanzibar War Explained in 8 Minutes

A war started at 9:02 AM… and was basically over by 9:40. In 1896, Britain went to war with the Sultanate of Zanzibar in what became known as the *Anglo-Zanzibar War* — the shortest war in recorded history. What caused it? A disputed succession, a stubborn new Sultan, a British ultimatum… and a palace facing several heavily armed warships. In this video, we uncover what happened during those chaotic 38 minutes, why the conflict began, and how an entire war could be over before most people had even finished breakfast. History is weird. Stay curious. Stay baffled.