Battle of Yaguachi 1821
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 19 August 1821 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1821 | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
| Era | 19th century (1800–1913) | derived from year |
| Location | Ecuador | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | South America | Natural Earth |
| Coordinates | -2.1706, -79.6502 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of Yaguachi or Battle of Cone was a military confrontation that occurred on 19 August 1821 between Guayaquil independence troops and Grancolombian reinforcements, led by Antonio José de Sucre, against Royalist troops led by Colonel Francisco González. The battle was fought near the city of Yaguachi, current Province of Guayas in Ecuador, and was a victory for the Patriots which ensured the definitive independence of the Free Province of Guayaquil.
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