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Mexican-American War 170th: Battle of Huamantla
After almost a month of siege, the American garrison inside the city of Puebla still held on. They continued to resist Mexican attacks, but their situation was growing dire. Help, though, was on its way. Brigadier Gen. Joseph Lane’s brigade … Continue reading
Posted in Armies, Battles, Mexican War
Tagged A.P. Hill, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, Battle of Huamantla, Joseph Lane, Mexican War, Mexican-American War 170th, Mexico City, Samuel Colt, Samuel P. Heintzelman, Samuel Walker, Siege of Puebla, Texas Rangers, Thomas Childs, Walker Colt Pistol
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Mexican-American War 170th: Siege of Puebla
Ever since Winfield Scott had left the city of Puebla in August, 1847, the American garrison inside the city had tangled with Mexican guerrilla fighters. The Mexican irregulars attacked the cattle pens, and took pot shots at the American soldiers … Continue reading
