Chilean Civil War of 1891

January 16 – September 18, 1891 · Chilean Sea

Result Congressional victory

Forces loyal to Congress, backed by the navy, fought the army loyal to President José Manuel Balmaceda. The Congress side won, and Balmaceda took his own life.

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Chile

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Chile

José Manuel Balmaceda belligerent leader

José Miguel Alcérreca military commander

Orozimbo Barbosa military commander

Strength and losses

Killed: c. 5,500

Units

Chilean Army

Chilean Navy

Battles 3

Battle of Caldera Bay April 23, 1891 · Balmacedist victory
Battle of Concón August 21, 1891 · Congressist victory
Battle of Placilla August 28, 1891 · Congressionist victory

Also involved 1

Jorge Montt participant