14 February 1879
Occupation of Antofagasta
Orders Chilean forces to occupy Antofagasta after Bolivia moves to enforce a disputed tax on the nitrate company.
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Orders Chilean forces to occupy Antofagasta after Bolivia moves to enforce a disputed tax on the nitrate company.
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