The Battle of Salta took place on February 20, 1813, during the Argentine War of Independence. It was fought between the forces of the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata, led by General Manuel Belgrano, and the royalist troops loyal to the Spanish crown. The battle occurred near the city of Salta, in present-day Argentina, and was part of the broader struggle for independence from Spanish rule. In this decisive engagement, Belgrano's forces achieved a significant victory, which boosted the morale of the revolutionary movement. The battle demonstrated the effectiveness of the patriot forces and contributed to the ongoing efforts to establish an independent Argentine nation.