Events tagged with "vuelta de obligado"

Historical Events tagged with "vuelta de obligado"

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Military & Warfare

Naval Clash at Vuelta de Obligado

November 20th, 1845 179 years ago

The Battle of Vuelta de Obligado was a naval engagement in which Argentine forces faced Anglo-French naval fleets. Occurring in the Paraná River, it was a significant confrontation during the Anglo-French blockade of the Río de la Plata. Argentine General Juan Manuel de Rosas ordered the defense as part of efforts to resist foreign intervention. The engagement showcased the determination of Argentina to defend its sovereignty against European powers seeking to exert influence in the region.