Argentina 1865: The War of the Triple Alliance Begins

In 1865, Argentina joined Brazil and Uruguay in the War of the Triple Alliance against Paraguay, a conflict that would become the deadliest in South American history. This episode explores the origins of the war, from Francisco Solano López's ambitions to the secret Treaty of the Triple Alliance, and the disastrous first year of fighting. We discuss the Paraguayan invasion of Corrientes, the Argentine reaction under Bartolomé Mitre, and the chaotic mobilization that followed. Lucas and Luna examine the role of caudillos, the impact on the Argentine interior, and the long-term consequences for the region. This is not a broad overview but a focused look at Argentina's entry into a war that reshaped the continent.

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