Battle of Paso Severino explained

Partof:the Revolution of the Lances
Date:September 12, 1870
Place:Santa Lucia Chico River, Florida Department, Uruguay
Result:Colorado government victory
Combatant1: Colorado Party (Uruguay)
Combatant2: National Party (Uruguay)
Commander1:José Gregorio Suárez
Commander2:Timoteo Aparicio
Strength1:5,000
Strength2:5,000

The Battle of Paso Severino was the first battle of the Revolution of the Lances, an attempt by the Blancos, under Timoteo Aparicio, to overthrow the Colorado-led Government of Uruguay.