Battle of Almoster

The Battle of Almoster, fought on 18 February 1834, was a military conflict between the Liberals, commanded by the Marshal Saldanha, against the Miguelists, commanded by José António de Azevedo Lemos, the battle ended in a Liberal victory.[1]

Battle of Almoster
Part of Liberal Wars
Date18 February 1843
Location
Almoster, Santarém
Result Liberal victory
Belligerents
Liberals Miguelites
Commanders and leaders
Marshal Saldanha José António de Azevedo Lemos
Strength
<4 500 4 500 to 5 000
Casualties and losses
about 400 killed >1 000 killed or captured

References
  1. Luz Soriano, História da Guerra Civil e do estabelecimento do governo parlamentar em Portugal comprehendendo a história diplomática militar e política deste reino desde 1777 até 1834. Lisboa : Imprensa Nacional, 1866-1890


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