October 8 History Quiz — 5 Questions

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What Happened at the Battle of Angamos in 1879?

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Which Chilean ironclad first engaged the Peruvian monitor Huáscar at the Battle of Angamos?

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What specific projectile type gave the Chilean ironclads the ability to penetrate Huáscar's armor?

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Which Chilean commander replaced Admiral John Williams Rebolledo after his dismissal?

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At approximately how many meters from the Chilean ironclad did Huáscar break fire during the battle?

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Which Chilean department was invaded shortly after Angamos as a result of naval dominance?

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What Happened at the Battle of Angamos in 1879?

On 8 October 1879 the Chilean Navy, under Riveros and Latorre, crushed the Peruvian monitor Huáscar at Punta Angamos, securing naval dominance for Chile…

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