Argentina's 1833 Desert Campaign: Rosas and the Southern Frontier

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Juan Manuel de Rosas's 1833 Desert Campaign, a military expedition into the Pampas and Patagonia that aimed to subdue indigenous peoples and expand Argentine territory. They discuss the strategic use of fortines, the role of the Mazorca, the impact on Mapuche and Ranquel communities, and how this campaign set the stage for the later Conquista del Desierto under Roca. The conversation touches on the political context of Rosas's rise, the alliance with caciques like Namuncurá, and the long-term consequences for Argentina's southern frontier. Specific names include Rosas, Facundo Quiroga, Estanislao López, and cacique Catriel. The episode also includes a brief, organic mention of listener support for the ad-free podcast.

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