A 200 años del combate naval de Quilmes: dos buques contra toda una escuadra y la lucha que fortaleció la figura del Almirante Brown

The Battle of Quilmes, which took place 200 years ago, remains a significant event in the history of the war between the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata and the Empire of Brazil. Fought between 1825 and 1828, the conflict centered on the territorial dispute over the Banda Oriental and the struggle for naval dominance in the Río de la Plata region.

During the engagement, two vessels faced an entire enemy squadron, a tactical confrontation that proved pivotal in shaping the historical legacy of Admiral William Brown. The battle is remembered for the resilience displayed by the outnumbered forces, an act of defiance that significantly bolstered Brown’s reputation and solidified his status as a central figure in the naval history of the period.