First Battle of Angostura 1817
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 18 January 1817 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1817 | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
| Era | 19th century (1800–1913) | derived from year |
| Location | Venezuela | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | South America | Natural Earth |
| Coordinates | 8.1379, -63.5483 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The First Battle of Angostura took place during the Venezuelan War of Independence. The battle saw Patriot forces attempt to capture the city of Angostura, but retreat after being unable to penetrate Spanish defenses.
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