Historical Events tagged with "villalba"
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Politics & Government
Peace Agreement Concludes Uruguayan War
February 20th, 1865 160 years ago
A peace agreement was reached between President Tomás Villalba and rebel leader Venancio Flores, officially ending the Uruguayan War. This truce allowed for the disbandment of armies and laid the groundwork for future conflicts, notably the War of the Triple Alliance. The agreement reflected the political dynamics of Uruguay, where tensions between factions had escalated into violence. This moment marked a significant shift in governance and set the stage for emerging alliances and further confrontations in the region.
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