He is widely recognised as a precursor of Peruvian independence and more widely, as an ardent opponent of Spanish Colonialism in America.

For that reason, he is recognized as a precursor of Peruvian independence.

The battle was part of the campaign which led to the proclamation of Peruvian independence on 28 July 1821.

He is put ashore to incite revolution against the Spanish colonial government and makes valuable contact among local military and government officials sympathetic to Peruvian independence.

Even though Spain had never recognized Peruvian independence (declared in 1821), the squadron received a friendly welcome at the port of Callao.

Spain made futile attempts to regain its former colonies, such as at the Battle of Callao, and only in 1879 finally recognized Peruvian independence.

Once the Peruvian independence was consummated, the heroism of this city was honored by promoting it to the rank of villa on 1823.

The most decisive battles for Peruvian independence were fought at Junín on August 6, 1824 and Ayacucho on December 9.

All this led to Peruvian independence, which O'Higgins considered indispensable to Chile's independence and security.

As an aristocratic youth, he quickly became disenchanted with Spanish rule and took the cause for Peruvian independence at the age of 18.