Battle of Olómpali
1846 battle in California / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Battle of Olómpali was fought on June 24, 1846, between a rebel group supporting an independent California Republic and a Mexican army force under the command of Joaquín de la Torre. It was the only battle of the Bear Flag Revolt. The encounter took place in present-day Marin County, California at a site that is now part of the Olompali State Historic Park.
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Battle of Olómpali | |||||||||
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Part of the Bear Flag Revolt Conquest of California | |||||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||||
California Republic | Mexico | ||||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||||
Henry L. Ford | Joaquín de la Torre | ||||||||
Strength | |||||||||
17-18 militia | 50 infantry, 20 irregulars | ||||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||||
1-2 killed, unknown wounded[1] |
1 killed, 2 wounded, 3-4 captured[2] | ||||||||
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