# Dominican Republic historical battle commemorations > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261107-dominican-republic-historical-battle-commemorations > Updated: 2026-11-07T04:00:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. The Dominican Republic has held ceremonies to mark the anniversaries of significant historical military engagements. In late October 2026, the nation commemorated the 181st anniversary of the Battle of Beller. This 1845 conflict in the Dajabón province involved Dominican troops, led by Generals Francisco Antonio Salcedo and José María Imbert, defeating Haitian forces. Ceremonies at the Battle of Beller Monument included military honors and the laying of floral offerings. In early November 2026, authorities held events in El Seibo to mark the 218th anniversary of the Battle of Palo Hincado. This 1808 battle saw forces under Brigadier Juan Sánchez Ramírez defeat a French imperial army. The commemorations involved the Presidency, the Ministry of Defense, and the Ministry of Education, featuring military and student marches as well as services at the Santa Cruz de El Seibo colonial church. ## Timeline ### 2026-11-07: Dominican Republic commemorates 218th anniversary of Battle of Palo Hincado The Dominican Republic celebrated the 218th anniversary of the Battle of Palo Hincado in El Seibo, honoring the 1808 victory of Juan Sánchez Ramírez over French imperial forces. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-commemorates-218-years-of-the-battle-of-palo-hincado ### 2026-10-27: Dominican Republic commemorates 181st anniversary of Battle of Beller The Dominican Republic celebrated the 181st anniversary of the Battle of Beller, a key 1845 military victory in Dajabón that helped secure the nation's independence. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-commemorates-181st-anniversary-of-battle-of-beller --- Cite as: Dominican Republic historical battle commemorations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20261107-dominican-republic-historical-battle-commemorations