The Battle of Tonelero 1852
Battle between the Argentine Confederation army and the Brazilian Imperial Navy, commanded by Admiral Grenfell in the flagship steamer "Affonzo". This was part of a long standing dispute over influence over Paraguay and Uruguay by either nation. Brazilian ships receive and return fire from the Argentine forces stationed on the shore
Picture No
12041599
Media ID
46120942
Size
6576px x 3361px
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Credit
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Source
Engraving in The Illustrated London News', 4 December 1852
Date
1852
