Brazilian marines attack Carmen de Patagones
- When
- 1827
- Where
- River approach; Town and fort
- Episodes
- 2
During the Cisplatine War, Brazilian naval forces attacked the Argentine town of Carmen de Patagones on March 7, 1827. The assault involved a landing party and naval vessels, but the attackers were defeated by local militias and armed residents. The engagement resulted in the capture of Brazilian flags, which remain preserved in the city.
Episodes
- Naval Approach and Landing
Brazilian forces entered the Río Negro in late February, using deception to approach the town and demanding supplies from local authorities.
- Battle of Carmen de Patagones
Brazilian troops attacked the town on March 7, 1827, but were defeated by local militias and armed residents.
Background and detail
Background. Carmen de Patagones served as a temporary naval base for the United Provinces during the Cisplatine War because the main Argentine harbor was blocked by Brazilian ships. The town's fort functioned as a safe haven for corsairs, allowing them to repair ships and stock up on supplies. This strategic role made the town a target for Brazilian naval operations.
Prelude to the Attack. Brazilian forces entered the Río Negro in late February 1827, using deception to approach the defenders. On March 6, a landing party demanded fresh meat from local authorities, but the justice of the peace refused to provide support. Due to navigation difficulties in the river, the Brazilian commander decided to launch the attack on Patagones by land.
The Engagement. The battle occurred on March 7, 1827, between Brazilian naval troops and local militias. Argentine forces utilized a surprise effect, aided by intelligence reports that underestimated the local defenses. The engagement involved naval vessels, including the capture of the schooner Constanza, and resulted in the defeat of the Brazilian invaders by armed residents.
People involved
- Fernando Alfaro · Named local official (justice of the peace) mentioned in connection with the defense; not a reconciled person
- Local Militias · Defenders
- Imperial Brazilian Navy · Attackers
Sources
- Battle of Carmen de Patagones Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30
- Carmen de Patagones Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
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