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The Oriental Exodus

When: 1811
Where: Entre Ríos
Part of: José Gervasio Artigas leads the orientales into exile from the Banda Oriental

Artigas led the mass departure of orientales from the Banda Oriental to Entre Ríos, known as the Oriental exodus.

Following the breakdown of his alliance with Buenos Aires, Artigas abandoned the blockade of Montevideo. He moved to Salto Chico in Entre Ríos with his supporters. This massive departure is historically recorded as the Oriental exodus, reflecting the political and military rupture between Artigas and the central government.

Sources

José Gervasio Artigas Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-28
Banda Oriental Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14

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