Batalla de Salta

The Battle of Salta, fought on February 20, 1813, in present-day Argentina, was a key conflict during the Argentine War of Independence. It involved revolutionary forces led by General Manuel Belgrano against Spanish loyalists. The battle aimed to secure control over northern Argentina, crucial for the independence movement. Belgrano's troops achieved a decisive victory, which boosted morale for the revolutionaries and established a stronger foothold against Spanish colonial rule. This victory is celebrated as a significant milestone in Argentina's struggle for independence and contributed to the eventual emergence of a unified nation.