Battle of Cachirí (1816)

Battle of Cachirí (New Granada vs Kingdom of Spain) took place in 1816 during Colombian War of Independence.

Battle facts

Year: 1816
Date: 1816-02-22
Era: Modern
Conflict: Colombian War of Independence
Side A: New Granada
Side B: Kingdom of Spain
Commanders (A): Custodio García Rovira, Francisco de Paula Santander, José Maria Vergara y Lozano
Commanders (B): Sebastián de la Calzada, Carlos Tolrá
Casualties: 1,200 killed and wounded 500 captured 2 guns lost (New Granada), 150 killed or wounded (Kingdom of Spain)
Outcome: Spanish victory
Coordinates: 7.538°, -72.986°