The story of cheese used as naval ammunition

Did Uruguay defeat Brazil by using cheese as ammunition aboard ship?

The incident is recognized, but whether cheese was central to the victory remains uncertain and requires further investigation.

A viewer offers an unusual story from South American naval warfare in which Uruguay defeated Brazil after using cheese as improvised ammunition aboard ship. The incident and the role of cheese are remembered, but the stronger claim that it was a major part of the winning strategy remains uncertain. The anecdote needs further investigation before it can explain the battle's outcome. This caution separates a memorable detail from a verified account of why Uruguay won.