The Battle of Arica, part of the larger War of the Pacific, took place as Chilean forces aimed to secure the vital coastal city of Arica from Peru. The engagement unfolded on June 7 and involved a concentrated assault on Morro de Arica, a prominent hill fortification that overlooked the harbor and provided a strategic advantage to whoever controlled it. General Manuel Baquedano led the Chilean troops in a meticulously planned attack involving artillery support, which commenced with a heavy bombardment aimed at weakening Peruvian defenses commanded by Colonel Francisco Bolognesi. The terrain was harsh and the fighting fierce, as Chilean soldiers faced determined resistance, but their superior numbers and artillery eventually overwhelmed the defenders.The capture of Morro de Arica had profound implications for the outcome of the war and the territorial ambitions of Chile. Following the battle, Chile effectively gained control over the entire region of Tarapacá, as the fall of Morro de Arica led to the evacuation of Peruvian forces from the entire southern border. This not only signified a strategic victory but also demonstrated the effectiveness of Chilean military organization and preparation. The aftermath of the battle set the stage for subsequent engagements and decisively shifted the momentum of the conflict in favor of Chile.