Chilean Civil War of 1891

January 16 – September 18, 1891

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.

Battles 3

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

Key commanders

Chile 3