Acre War, War in Bolivia
The Acre War involved Brazil and Bolivia over the region rich in rubber.
This conflict occurred between 1899 and 1903, triggered by rubber boom demands.
Rubber barons and native rubber tappers played significant roles in this war's history.
The Acre War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Petrópolis.
The war led to the Acre region becoming a part of Brazil.
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