Historical Events tagged with "san lorenzo"

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Military & Warfare

Unexploded Bomb Strikes Genoa Cathedral

February 9th, 1941 84 years ago

The Cathedral of San Lorenzo in Genoa, Italy, was struck by a bomb during World War II. This incident occurred as Allied forces targeted strategic locations in the city. A significant point of interest is that despite the explosion, the bomb failed to detonate, leaving the cathedral and its historical relics intact. The incident highlighted the dangers of air raids and the damage they could inflict on important cultural landmarks.

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Military & Warfare

José de San Martín's Victory at San Lorenzo

February 3rd, 1813 212 years ago

José de San Martín led a decisive attack against a Spanish royalist army in the Battle of San Lorenzo, a significant engagement in the Argentine War of Independence. San Martín's forces executed a surprise offensive on the royalist troops, achieving a notable victory that bolstered the independence movement. The skirmish took place in the vicinity of San Lorenzo, near the Paraná River, showcasing San Martín's military leadership and strategic prowess.

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