What military disaster occurred in northern Morocco in July 1921 when Rif tribesmen led by Abd el-Krim routed Spanish colonial forces?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Battle of Annual
Analysis: The Battle of Annual (Desastre de Annual) in July-August 1921 resulted in the death of General Silvestre and over 10,000 Spanish soldiers, leading to the Picasso Report. Answer: Battle of Annual. Why not the others: Wad-Ras (1860) was a Spanish victory under O'Donnell; The Alhucemas Landing (1925) was the successful joint Franco-Spanish amphibious operation; Barranco del Lobo (1909) was an earlier Moroccan engagement.
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