Bento Martins de Meneses, Baron of Ijuí
Bento Martins de Meneses, the Baron of Ijuí (1818-1881) was a Brazilian Brigadier General who was most notable for his participation of the final battle of the Paraguayan War, the Battle of Miranda.
Baron of Ijuí | |
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| Born | September 7, 1818 Cachoeira do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil |
| Died | March 27, 1881 (aged 62) Uruguaiana, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil |
| Allegiance | Brazil |
| Branch | Imperial Brazilian Army |
| Years of service | 1851 – 1881 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Commands held | 17th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Ragamuffin War Paraguayan War |
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