The shortest war in history lasted only 38 minutes - Apparently.
The Anglo-Zanzibar War between the United Kingdom and Zanzibar on August 27, 1896, is recorded as the shortest war in recorded history. Zanzibar surrendered after just 38 minutes, making it the briefest conflict in the world. The war was sparked by a dispute over who should be the ruler of Zanzibar, and the British launched a naval attack on the island. This unusual event is well-documented and has been verified by multiple sources, including the British Government and historical records.