Wars in which Peru participated

Peru has participated in various wars throughout history. Here are some important wars in which Peru participated: 1st War of Independence (1811-1824): Peru played an active role in South America's war of independence, fighting against Spanish colonialism. Peruvian rebels, led by General José de la Riva-Agüero, participated in various wars against Spanish forces and eventually gained their independence by winning the Battle of Ayacucho in 1824.

2. Colombian-Peruvian War (1828-1829): Peru participated in a war with Colombia due to territorial disputes. In this war, Peru resisted Colombia's successes, but was eventually defeated and had to sign the Treaty of Guayaquil, which ended the war in 1829.

3. Chile-Peruvian War (1879-1884): Peru participated in a war with Chile due to disputes over nitrate and customs revenues. In this war, Peru, together with Bolivia, resisted against Chile, but were eventually defeated and had to sign the Treaty of Tarapacá in 1884.

4. Ecuador-Peru War (1941): Peru participated in a war with Ecuador due to territorial disputes. In this war, Peru successfully advanced against Ecuador and eventually ended the war with the Rio Protocol in 1942.

5. Colombian-Peruvian War (1932-1933): Peru participated in a war with Colombia due to disputes over borders in the Amazon region. In this war, Peru successfully advanced against Colombia, but was eventually forced to sign the Treaty of Leticia, which ended the war with the mediation of the Organization of American States. These wars played an important role in Peru's history and were effective in determining the country's borders and preserving its independence.