1838 in Peru
# 1838 in Peru

Events in the year 1838 in Peru.

## Incumbents

* Supreme Protector of the Peru-Bolivian Confederation: Andres de Santa Cruz
* President of the Republic of North Peru: Luis Orbegoso until July 30, José de la Riva Agüero
* President of the Republic of South Peru: Ramón Herrera Rodado until October 12, Juan Pío de Tristán y Moscoso

## Events

* January 12 - War of the Confederation: Battle of Islay
* July 30 - North Peru President Obregoso declares secession of his republic from the Peru-Bolivian Confederation.
* August 21 - Battle of Portada de Guías on the outskirts of Lima
* October - Chilean Army occupies Lima
* November 3 - Chileans abandon Lima
