Battle of Paso Severino

Battle of Paso Severino
Part of the Revolution of the Lances
DateSeptember 12, 1870
Location
Santa Lucia Chico River, Florida Department, Uruguay
Result Colorado government victory
Belligerents
Colorado Party (Uruguay) National Party (Uruguay)
Commanders and leaders
José Gregorio Suárez Timoteo Aparicio
Strength
5,000 5,000

The Battle of Paso Severino was the first battle of the Revolution of the Lances, an attempt by the Blancos, under Timoteo Aparicio, to overthrow the Colorado-led Government of Uruguay. The government forces under José Gregorio Suárez were defeated and they retreated overnight with the Blancos in pursuit.[1]

References

  1. ^ Ivorra, Carlos. "The Fall of Napoleon III". University of Valencia.


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