Paraguay Commemorates 93rd Anniversary of Second Battle of Nanawa

Concepción, Paraguay, held a military retreat to commemorate the 93rd anniversary of the Second Battle of Nanawa. This pivotal battle, fought from July 4 to July 7, 1933, during the Chaco War (1932-1935), saw many soldiers from Concepción make the ultimate sacrifice defending their homeland.

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When the enemy launched one of the most intense attacks of the entire Chaco War, using heavy artillery, aviation, tanks, and flamethrowers, the Paraguayan responded with courage, intelligence, discipline, and an unwavering will.

The ceremony took place at Nanawa Square, featuring active participation from the Band of Musicians of the Fourth Infantry Division and presentation troops. Colonel Venancio Aníbal Ojeda, commander of the 10th Infantry Regiment "Sauce," delivered an address highlighting the bravery of the Paraguayan soldiers.

"When the enemy launched one of the most intense attacks of the entire Chaco War, using heavy artillery, aviation, tanks, and flamethrowers, the Paraguayan responded with courage, intelligence, discipline, and an unwavering will," Colonel Ojeda recalled. He emphasized that the true strength of an army lies in the morale of its combatants and the leadership of its commanders.

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There it was demonstrated that the true strength of an army resides in the morale of its combatants and the leadership of its commanders.

The colonel also paid special tribute to the numerous Concepción residents who fought in the glorious Chaco campaign. The event served as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the enduring spirit of those who defended Paraguay.

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Today we also remember with special pride the numerous concepcioneros who were part of that glorious Chaco campaign.