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Mexican-American War 170th: The Battle of Resaca de la Palma

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Ryan Quint

When the sun rose on May 9, 1846, American soldiers were not sure if the day’s previous fight at Palo Alto would be continued. American artillery had shattered their Mexican opponents, but at the end of the fighting the Mexican … Continue reading →

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Mexican-American War 170th: The Battle of Palo Alto

Posted on May 8, 2016 by Ryan Quint

  Following Cpt. Seth Thornton’s ambush in late April, both armies along the Rio Grande prepared for the war that, as of yet, still remained undeclared. Events were transpiring too quickly for word to get back to Washington, D.C. or … Continue reading →

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