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General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Creator: Unknown
General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Oswald Younghusband. 'The Chincha Islands, which contain the richest deposits of guano on these coasts, are situated about 120 miles south of Lima. It has been stated that they bring in a revenue of about 16,000,000 dollars to the State...a strong Spanish squadron, which had come to Callao some time previously and been hospitably received by the population, set sail for the Chincha Islands, where Admiral Pinzon ordered the Peruvian Governor to haul down his national flag and hoist the Spanish, threatening to open fire if not obeyed. The Governor submitted, under protest; the islands were occupied, the Peruvian vessel Iquique was seized, and all the Government officials on the island were made prisoners, to be detained as hostages. The Peruvians resented this outrage, and the two States are now at war'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This print captures the general view of the Chincha Islands in 1864, shortly after they were seized by the Spaniards. The engraving, based on a sketch by Oswald Younghusband, provides a glimpse into this pivotal moment in history.
The Chincha Islands, located south of Lima and known for their rich guano deposits, were a valuable source of revenue for the Peruvian state. However, their strategic importance attracted the attention of the Spanish fleet under Admiral Pinzon. In an act of aggression, the Spanish forces demanded that the Peruvian Governor lower his national flag and raise the Spanish flag instead. When met with resistance, they resorted to forceful occupation and detainment of government officials as hostages.
This brazen display of power sparked outrage among the Peruvians and escalated tensions between both nations into open warfare. The image serves as a reminder of colonial ambitions and territorial disputes that have shaped global politics throughout history.
As we reflect on this historical event through this evocative print, we are reminded of how conflicts over resources and power continue to influence international relations today.
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