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Peruvian civil war of 1856-1858

Peruvian civil war of 1856–1858
Date 1856–1858
Location  Peru
Belligerents
Liberals Conservatives
Commanders and leaders
Ramón Castilla
Miguel de San Román
Manuel Ignacio de Vivanco
José Rufino Echenique
Miguel Grau (Navy)
Strength
10,000-11,000 soldiers and 3 pieces of artillery 8,000-10,000 soldiers
Casualties and losses
5,000-6,000 killed and wounded 7,000 killed and wounded

The Peruvian Civil War of 1856–1858 was the third internal conflict in 19th century Peru (after the Peruvian civil war of 1834 and Peruvian civil war of 1843–1844). It was fought between the Liberals (supporters of Ramón Castilla) and the Conservatives (who opposed Castilla). It followed the Peruvian Liberal Revolution of 1854. 3,000 people were killed on both sides.



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