Tag Archives: Puebla

Mexican-American War 170th: Siege of Puebla

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Ryan Quint

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 →

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Mexican-American War 170th: Fall of Mexico City

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Ryan Quint

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, Sept. 14, 1847, General Winfield Scott finished putting on his nicest uniform and prepared for the moment he had waited for since the previous March and his landing at Vera Cruz. Earlier that … Continue reading →

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Mexican-American War 170th: Leaving Puebla and on to Mexico City

Posted on August 7, 2017 by Ryan Quint

After a 10-week hiatus in the city of Puebla, General Winfield Scott was ready to resume his advance against Mexico City. “We had to throw away the scabbard and to advance with the naked blade in hand,” the American commander … Continue reading →

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Mexican-American War 170th: An Occupation, a Diplomat, and a Pause

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Ryan Quint

Winfield Scott’s army had not been idle since its victory at the battle of Cerro Gordo. After defeating Santa Anna’s forces, Scott’s Americans continued pushing further into the Mexican countryside. While there were small skirmishes as irregular Mexican forces nipped … Continue reading →

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