Battle of Pichincha (1822 AD)

Battle of Pichincha (British Legions & 25px Guayaquil & Peru & Chile vs Spain & Hispanic American royalists) took place in 1822 AD during Spanish American wars of independence.

Battle facts

• Year: 1822 AD
• Date: 1822-05-24
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Spanish American wars of independence
• Side A: British Legions, 25px Guayaquil, Peru, Chile
• Side B: Spain, Hispanic American royalists
• Commanders (A): Antonio de Sucre, Andrés de Santa Cruz, José María Córdova
• Commanders (B): Melchior Aymerich
• Casualties: approx. 200 killed 140 wounded400 killed 190 wounded 1,260 prisoners
• Outcome: Rebel victory
• Coordinates: -0.219°, -78.527°

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