Carlos de Morais Camisão (8 May 1821 – 29 May 1867) was a Brazilian colonel of the Paraguayan War. He was one of the leaders of Laguna, with Alfredo d'Escragnolle Taunay. He took command of the Brazilian force counter-attacking the Paraguayan invasion during the Mato Grosso Campaign, but died of cholera during the retreat.[1]: 69–70
Carlos de Morais Camisão | |
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![]() Colonel Camisão | |
Born | Rio de Janeiro, Kingdom of Brazil | 8 May 1821
Died | 29 May 1867 Jardim, Empire of Brazil | (aged 46)
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Rank | Colonel |
Battles/wars | Paraguayan War |
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Biography
editHe was born in Rio de Janeiro and died in Jardim.
Awards
edit- He was a Knight of the Order of Christ, since 21 January 1849.
- He was an Imperial Knight of the Order of the Rose, since 16 March 1849.
- He was a Knight of the Order of Aviz, since 10 July 1860.
References
edit- ^ Hooker, T.D., 2008, The Paraguayan War, Nottingham: Foundry Books, ISBN 1901543153