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10 Historic Events From Argentina

By adam.anderson
  • May 25, 1580

    Capital was establsihed

    Buenos Aires was established.

  • Trading Post

    The Portuguese established a trading post across the Rio de la Plata from Buenos Aires.

  • Jesuits are expelled

    Jesuits expelled from Spanish Territories.

  • Commerce Consulate of Buenos AIres

    Establishment of the Commerce Consulate of Buenos Aires.

  • Independence

    In 1816, the United Provinces of the Rio Plata declared their independence from Spain.

  • United Kingdom recognization

    United Kingdom recognizes Argentine Independence.

  • Eartnquake

    Mendoza earthquake kilss 8,000 to 10,000 citizens.

  • Miltiary established

    Mandatory military service established.

  • Women's suffrage.

    Women's suffrage is approved.

  • Football World Cup

    Argentina hosted and won the Football World Cup.