Battle of Orurillo

Battle of Orurillo
Part of Peruvian counter-offensive campaign in the Peruvian-Boliivan War
Commemoration of the Peruvian feat by the regional government of Puno.
Date April 3, 1842 Location Puno, Peru Result Peruvian victory Withdrawal of Bolivian troops from southern Peru Decisive influence on the success of the Peace negotiations Territorial changes Expulsion of Bolivians from Puno
Belligerents
Peru	Bolivia
Commanders and leaders
Pablo Pimentel Mariano Macedo	José Ballivián  Juan Landívar
Strength
250 men	300 men
Casualties and losses
unknown	300 / [1]

The Battle of Orurillo or Surprise of Orurillo was the last confrontation between the Bolivian occupation forces and Peruvian militias within the framework of the Peruvian and Bolivian in April 1842. The Peruvian victory finally allowed the last Bolivian troops to be expelled from Peruvian territory.[2]

Tribute

It is concluded that before the conflict situation between Chile and Peru occurred, to raise the patriotic spirit of the southern peoples who always fought for national integrity and sovereignty, the military historical documents were reviewed, finding the Orurillo Surprise and its consequences; Therefore, the Law of January 3, 1879, by President Mariano Ignacio Prado, is dictated and promulgated; which indicates: The town of Orurillo is elevated to the category of “VILLA”, in fair recognition of the valuable actions in defense of the Homeland; thanks to the brave intervention of the soldiers and children of that town, who risked their lives, to whose memories we pay a fair and reverent tribute.[2]

References

1. "Historia de la república del Perú [1822-1933] - Tomo 2 ,page 231". 2005.
2. Calsín Hancco, René. Historia de la provincia de Melgar - Puno. Revista Cultural Villa Orurillo.