Battle of Las Piedras (1811)
The Battle of Las Piedras was fought on May 18, 1811 as part of the Uruguayan struggle for independence.
Battle of Las Piedras | |||||||
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Part of the Spanish American wars of independence | |||||||
Surrender of Posadas at Las Piedras, by Juan Manuel Blanes | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Spain
| Criollos Orientales allies of the United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
José Posadas (POW) |
José Gervasio Artigas Manuel Francisco Artigas | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
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Casualties and losses | |||||||
638
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