Historical Events tagged with "Andes"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Accidents & Tragedies

Avro Lancastrian Crash in the Andes Mountains

August 2nd, 1947 77 years ago

A British South American Airways Avro Lancastrian airliner crashed into the Andes Mountains during a flight from Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Santiago, Chile. Despite an extensive search, the wreckage was not discovered until 1998, over fifty years later, due to the remote and rugged terrain. The crash occurred in a challenging flight path known for rapidly changing weather, raising questions about operational safety at the time.

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Military & Warfare

Patriotic Army Defeats Spanish Forces at Chacabuco

February 12th, 1817 208 years ago

A united Argentine and Chilean army, led by General José de San Martín, crossed the Andes mountains and delivered a decisive victory over Spanish troops at the Battle of Chacabuco. This battle was crucial in the Chilean War of Independence, establishing a stage for further liberation efforts in the region and weakening Spanish control.

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