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COMMANDER // 1827–1868

José María Bruguez

4 battles1 war

Lifespan

1827 – 1868

1830184018501860Paraguayan War · 1864-1870Battle of Paso de Cuevas — August 12, 1865 · Paraguay · Paraguayan WarBattle of Boquerón — July 16, 1866 · Paraguay · Paraguayan WarBattle of Estero Bellaco — May 2, 1866 · Paraguay · Paraguayan WarBattle of Tuyutí — May 24, 1866 · Paraguay · Paraguayan War

Active service 1865–1866 — 4 battles across 1 war; first command at age 38.

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José María Bruguez was a Paraguayan general during the Paraguayan War. He was one of the most prominent Paraguayan generals of the war, being known for his artillery services during naval engagements of the war. He died during the 1868 San Fernando massacre after President Francisco Solano López accused Bruguez of conspiring against him.

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Battles (4)

Last verified June 2026
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