Battle of Mataquito (1557 AD)

Battle of Mataquito (border|22px Spanish Empire vs Mapuches) took place in 1557 AD during Arauco War.

Battle facts

Year: 1557 AD
Date: 1557-04-30
Era: Early Modern
Conflict: Arauco War
Side A: border|22px Spanish Empire
Side B: Mapuches
Commanders (A): 22px Francisco de Villagra
Commanders (B): Lautaro
Casualties: approx. 1 Spaniard, over half of the indios amigos250 – 500 Mapuche |
Outcome: Spanish victory
Coordinates: -35.068°, -71.639°