Complex sentence: In February 1840, Rosario was center of an attack commanded by Juan Lavalle, Sorayre take part in the defense of the city, giving orders to open fire against a corvette and four French brigs, allies of Lavalle.
Split into simpler sentences: In February 1840, Rosario was center of an attack commanded by Juan Lavalle. During the battle, Sorayre take part in the defense of the city, giving orders to open fire against a corvette and four French brigs, allies of Lavalle.