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Jan 1, 1450
Incas from Peru conquer northern Chile
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Jan 1, 1535
First Spanish Attack
Native Araucanian people resist, sucessfully the first attack from Spain. -
Jan 1, 1541
Pedro de Valdivia
He leads the Spanish conquest of Chile. He founds Santiago, now the capital of Chile -
Chile wins Independance from Spain
The Battles of Cohacabuco and Maipu begin the defeat of the Spanish army. Jose de San Martin and Bernardo O'Higgins lead the Chileans. -
Civil War
Civil war between liberals and conservatives begins. O'Higgins forced to resign. -
Chile goes to war with Peru and Bolivia
Chile ends up winning Bolivia's only sea port and some areas of Peru. -
A New Constitution
This constitution is a large step for Chile giving more rights to workers and stating that the president it to be elected by the people. -
The Communist Party Banned
After a lot of bumping heads with socialists and radicals, the communist party is banned. -
Chaiten
A dormant volcano erupts. -
EARTHQUAKE!
An 8.8 magnitude earthquake, the largest in 50 years, causes widespread damage.