Battle of Caseros

Overview

The Battle of Caseros was fought near the town of El Palomar, Argentina, on 3 February 1852, between forces of the Argentine Confederation, commanded by Juan Manuel de Rosas, and a coalition consisting of the Argentine provinces of Entre Ríos and Corrientes, the Empire of Brazil, and Uruguay.

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Significance

The Battle of Caseros ended the rule of Juan Manuel de Rosas over the Argentine Confederation. The opposing coalition brought together the Argentine provinces of Entre Ríos and Corrientes alongside the Empire of Brazil and Uruguay, representing a broad regional alignment against Rosas. Argentine Confederation casualties reached approximately 8,500, reflecting the scale of the defeat. The engagement effectively dissolved Rosas's authority and restructured political power across the Río de la Plata region, closing the extended conflict that had drawn in multiple neighboring states during the Uruguayan Civil War.

Forces & casualties

Commanders (4)