Chilean troops were deployed along the border, ready to meet any invaders.

Some opposition members of Congress opposed the measure and question the need for Chilean troops to remain in Haiti now that elections have taken place.

Over 10,000 Chilean troops have been deployed into the affected area.

Over 14,000 Chilean troops have been deployed to the affected region, along with over 50 airplanes, also helicopters, and boats for relief efforts.

Then, this church was sacked and burnt by the Chilean troops.

Meanwhile, the Chilean first-wave troops endured 45 minutes of heavy fire until the second wave landed at 11:00.

He organized and led a spirited defense of the port city by about 1,600 men against over 5,300 Chilean troops with extensive naval support.

Two days later, Lima, the capital city of Peru was occupied by Chilean troops.

The Chilean troops suffered enormous hardships: cold, snow, mountain sickness (more than 5,000m).

When the town was taken by Chilean troops in 1880, she was scuttled to prevent her capture.