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Naval Blockade of Recife

When
April 1824
Where
Recife
Part of
Confederation of the Equator secession begins in Pernambuco

Captain John Taylor led a naval division to blockade Recife in April 1824, preceding the secession announcement.

In April 1824, a naval division led by Captain of Sea and War John Taylor was sent to blockade Recife. This military action occurred before the formal announcement of independence, creating a tense political environment in the province.

Sources

  1. Confederation of the Equator Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22

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