The Battle of Mogadishu took place on October 3-4, 1993, in the capital of Somalia. It was part of a U.S.-led operation aimed at capturing a warlord named Mohamed Farrah Aidid, who was responsible for widespread violence and famine in the region. The battle involved U.S. Army Rangers and Delta Force soldiers, who faced heavy resistance from Aidid's militia. The operation quickly escalated into a fierce urban combat situation, resulting in significant casualties. Two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters were shot down, leading to a prolonged firefight. The battle highlighted the challenges of urban warfare and had lasting implications for U.S. military involvement in humanitarian missions.