Conflict: | Battle of Higos Urco |
Partof: | the War of Independence of Maynas |
Date: | 6 June 1821 |
Place: | Chachapoyas, Maynas, Spain |
Result: | Patriot victory |
Combatant1: | Chachapoyas rebels |
Commander1: | Mariano Aguilar |
Commander2: | José María Matos |
Strength1: | 300 men |
Strength2: | 600 men 2 cannons |
The Battle of Higos Urco, near Chachapoyas in the General Command of Maynas, was part of the War of Independence of Maynas.[1]
The battle began on 6 June 1821. It was joined by small pro-independence and pro-Spanish forces. The battle was part of the campaign which led to the proclamation of Peruvian independence on 28 July 1821.