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1879 in Bolivia

Explore 3 historical events and records for Bolivia in 1879.

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Historical records for Bolivia in 1879

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February

14 February 1879

War of the Pacific

Daza, Hilarion · Antofagasta · President of Bolivia · Government / Government of Bolivia

Daza orders action against a Chilean company as the Pacific conflict escalates.

14 February 1879

War of the Pacific

Daza, Hilarion · Antofagasta · President of Bolivia · Warfare / War of the Pacific

Chilean forces occupy Antofagasta after Bolivia attempts to enforce a nitrate tax

December

28 December 1879

Removal from Office

Daza, Hilarion · Tacna · President of Bolivia · Government / Government of Bolivia

Military leaders remove Daza during the War of the Pacific.

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