Political Result
Juarez, as President of Mexico, was succeeded by Diaz in 1877; and order was maintained for a generation.
Remarks
This foolish enterprise damaged the reputation of Napoleon III. He was regarded as a political adventurer, and became increasingly unpopular in his own country.
Brazilian War 1864–1870
Belligerents
Brazil, Uruguay, Argentine Republic.
Paraguay.
Cause
Brazil was part of the Portuguese possessions until 1822, when it declared its independence. The Emperors Pedro I and II had frequent trouble not only with the republican movement in Brazil itself, but with the neighbouring states, with whom they were constantly at war. In 1855 Pedro II sent a squadron up the Parana to adjust several questions outstanding with the republic of Paraguay. Although certain rights were granted to Brazil the Government of Paraguay threw every obstacle in the way to prevent a settlement.