Argentine General José de San Martín begins his legendary Crossing of the Andes on January 17, 1817 during the South American Wars of Independence. The successful crossing led to the decisive Battle of Chacabuco on February 12, 1817, and the entry into Santiago on February 14, establishing San Martín's reputation and securing Chile's path to independence.
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