Battle of Junín is observed in Peru on 6 August to commemorate the 1824 cavalry battle that helped advance the Peruvian War of Independence. The day recognises the courage of those involved and the battle’s role in the wider struggle for independence in South America.

Event Suggestions:
• Exploring the Battle of Junín through maps, timelines and historical discussion
• Creating a remembrance display about Peru’s independence movement
• Discussing how the battle contributed to wider South American liberation history