1. The Anglo-Zanzibar War (1896)
Often cited as the shortest war in history, the Anglo-Zanzibar War lasted just 38 minutes on August 27, 1896. The conflict erupted when Sultan Khalid bin Barghash seized power in Zanzibar without British approval, leading to a swift bombardment by British forces. The assault resulted in the destruction of the Sultan’s palace and the installation of Sultan Hamoud bin Mohammed, who was more favorable to British interests (britannica.com).
