Battle of Kaba

The Battle of Kaba was fought at Kaba, Fiji, in 1855 between self proclaimed Fijian Tui Viti (King) Cakobau and his enemies from Rewa and Bau. Cakobau was supported by a strong fleet from Tonga, sent by Tu'i Tonga (King) Taufa'ahau (George I) of Tonga and Enele Ma'afu, governor of the Tongan population in Fiji. The battle was a major victory for Cakobau, thanks mainly to his Tongan allies, and cemented his leadership over Fiji. It also, however, underlined his dependency on the military power of Tonga, especially since Ma'afu remained in Fiji.

Battle of Kaba
Date 1855 Location Kaba, Fiji Result Fijian-Tongan Victory
Belligerents
Fiji  Tonga	Rewa Province Bau
Commanders and leaders
Cakobau Taufa'ahau Enele Ma'afu	Mara
Strength
1,000 2,000	500
Casualties and losses
Unknown 21 killed, 20 wounded	Heavy