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Combat in Rio Grand do Sul 1865
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Combat in Rio Grand do Sul 1865
A division of Paraguayan forces and two brigades of Brazilian troops engage in Rio Grande do Sul. Date: 26 June 1865
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1865 26th Brazil Brazilian Brigades Combat Division Grande Paraguay Paraguayan Estancia
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This evocative print captures the intensity and scale of the Combat of Estancia de la Assunción in Rio Grande do Sul, which took place on 26th June 1865. The engagement saw a division of Paraguayan forces, led by General Bernardino Caballero, clash with two Brazilian brigades under the command of Generals Hermann von Heimann and Mariano Freire de Andrade. The image portrays the raw power and determination of the soldiers involved, with Paraguayan troops charging forward, brandishing their weapons and shields, while Brazilian soldiers prepare to meet them with muskets at the ready. The battlefield, located in the vast plains of Rio Grande do Sul, is dotted with trees and the remains of buildings, providing a stark contrast to the open expanses of grassland. The Second Paraguayan War, also known as the War of the Triple Alliance, lasted from 1864 to 1870 and involved Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay against Paraguay. The conflict arose due to Paraguayan expansionist policies and the threat posed to the regional balance of power. The Battle of Estancia de la Assunción was a significant turning point in the war, with Brazilian forces gaining a decisive victory and effectively ending Paraguayan resistance in the southern theater of operations. This print offers a glimpse into the brutal realities of 19th-century warfare and the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides. It is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Second Paraguayan War and the impact it had on the political landscape of South America.
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