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Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts

Battle of Coamo

1898
PR
Era
Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts
Year
1898
Location
PR
Status
Historical record
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Spain
Forces
Spanish garrison (~300)
VS
Victor
United States
Forces
16th Pennsylvania Volunteers and 2nd Wisconsin Volunteers (~750 men)
Outcome
Spanish garrison encircled and largely captured. Over 160 Spanish soldiers surrendered; remainder fled.
The Battle

History & Significance

One of the more significant land engagements of the Puerto Rico campaign. A flanking movement successfully cut off the Spanish garrison's retreat, resulting in a rare case of large-scale capture rather than withdrawal. Occurred on August 9, 1898, just before the armistice of August 12.

Casualties & Losses

US: 2 killed, 5 wounded; Spain: ~40 killed/wounded, ~167 captured

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Battle of Coamo take place?
Battle of Coamo took place in 1898.
Where was Battle of Coamo fought?
Battle of Coamo was fought in PR, United States.
What was the outcome of Battle of Coamo?
Spanish garrison encircled and largely captured. Over 160 Spanish soldiers surrendered; remainder fled.
What was the significance of Battle of Coamo?
One of the more significant land engagements of the Puerto Rico campaign. A flanking movement successfully cut off the Spanish garrison's retreat, resulting in a rare case of large-scale capture rather than withdrawal. Occurred on August 9, 1898, just before the armistice of August 12.
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Historic Sites near Battle of Coamo

Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo
Colonial · 0.2 mi
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