1891 Chilean Civil War

1891 Chilean Civil War

The Chilean Civil War of 1891, also known as Revolution of 1891 was an armed conflict between forces supporting Congress and forces supporting the sitting President, José Manuel Balmaceda. The war saw a confrontation between the Chilean Army and the Chilean Navy, which had sided with the president and the congress, respectively. This conflict ended with the defeat of the Chilean Army and the presidential forces and President Balmaceda committing suicide as a consequence.

Read more about 1891 Chilean Civil War:  Causes, Rebellion of The Navy, Hostilities, Aftermath

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