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The Bismarck Tribune
Bismarck, Mandan, Burleigh County, Morton County, North Dakota
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Clash in Gran Chaco kills 12 Paraguayan and Bolivian soldiers, widening breach between the two nations. Paraguayan patrol evicts Bolivians from Fort Zamaclay and fights another engagement.
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Asuncion, Paraguay, Sept. 28.-(AF)- The killing of 12 Paraguayan and Bolivian soldiers in a clash in the Gran Chaco region further strained the relations of the two countries Monday.
The ministry of war issued a communique saying four Bolivian casualties had occurred Saturday when a Paraguayan patrol discovered Bolivian troops occupying Fort Zamaclay in the disputed territory and drove them out.
Returning to their base, the patrol encountered a company of Bolivian infantry, supported by a squadron of cavalry, and participated in a sharp conflict, losing eight men.
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Primary Location
Gran Chaco
Event Date
Saturday Prior To September 28
Outcome
12 soldiers killed (4 bolivian, 8 paraguayan); paraguay drove bolivians from fort zamaclay; relations further strained.
Event Details
Paraguayan patrol discovered and drove out Bolivian troops occupying Fort Zamaclay on Saturday, suffering 4 Bolivian casualties. On return, they clashed with Bolivian infantry and cavalry, losing 8 men. Total 12 killed, straining Paraguay-Bolivia relations.