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COMMANDER // 1817–1879

José Luís Barreto

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Lifespan

1817 – 1879

182018301840185018601870Paraguayan War · 1864-1870Battle of Boquerón — July 16, 1866 · Empire of Brazil · Paraguayan WarBattle of Lomas Valentinas — January 1, 1868 · Empire of Brazil · Paraguayan War

Active service 1866–1868 — 2 battles across 1 war; first command at age 49.

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José Luís Mena Barreto was an army officer, politician and monarchist of the Empire of Brazil. He came from a wealthy family with a tradition of military service. José Luís entered the army in 1836, during the Ragamuffin War, a secessionist rebellion. The conflict lasted for almost ten years, and he fought in several military engagements at that time.

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Battles (2)

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