Battle of Olómpali
The Battle of Olómpali was fought on June 24, 1846, between a rebel group supporting an independent California Republic and a Mexican army force under the command of Joaquín de la Torre. It was the only battle of the Bear Flag Revolt. The encounter took place in present-day Marin County, California at a site that is now part of the Olompali State Historic Park.
| Battle of Olómpali | |||||||||
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| Part of the Bear Flag Revolt Conquest of California | |||||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||||
| California Republic | Mexico | ||||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||||
| Henry L. Ford | Joaquín de la Torre | ||||||||
| Strength | |||||||||
| 17-18 militia | 50 infantry, 20 irregulars | ||||||||
| Casualties and losses | |||||||||
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1-2 killed, unknown wounded |
1 killed, 2 wounded, 3-4 captured | ||||||||
Location within present-day California | |||||||||
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