Battle of Banco de Ortiz 1826
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 2 May 1826 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1826 | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
| Era | 19th century (1800–1913) | derived from year |
| Nearest landmass | At sea (nearest continent: South America) | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | South America | Natural Earth |
| Coordinates | -34.6669, -57.3336 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of Banco de Ortiz, also known as the Battle of the Stuck Ships, took place on 2 May 1826 between ships of the United Provinces and of the Empire of Brazil. Neither side managed to achieve a decisive result.
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