Episode 2 of 2
Establishment of the First Junta
- When
- 18 September 1810
- Where
- Santiago
The First Government Junta was established in Santiago on September 18, 1810, assuming the powers of a Royal Governor.
The date was set for September 18, 1810, at 11 AM. The discussion ended with the establishment of the Government Junta of the Kingdom of Chile, organized with the same powers held by a Royal Governor. It was officially the Provisional Government Junta in the name of Ferdinand VII.
Sources
- Government Junta of Chile (1810) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-22
- Chilean War of Independence Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-25
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