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Mexican-American War 170th: Battle of Churubusco

Posted on August 20, 2017 by Ryan Quint

Following his victory at Contreras/Padierna on the morning of August 20, 1847, General Winfield Scott looked to keep pressing towards Mexico City. By mid-morning, Scott had his divisions headed north towards the Churubusco River. Whereas the victory earlier that morning had … Continue reading →

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Mexican-American War 170th: Vera Cruz Landings

Posted on March 9, 2017 by Ryan Quint

Cannon pointed out of their gun ports, aimed at the walled city in the distance. With commands to fire, the naval ordnance roared to life and the guns recoiled, pulling their holding ropes taught. Dirty white smoke fluttered across the … Continue reading →

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Mexican-American War 170th: Battle of Monterrey, pt. 3

Posted on September 23, 2016 by Ryan Quint

The past two days of action had led to this moment. Locked in combat on Sept. 21 and 22, the Mexican and American armies in Monterrey prepared for the final day of fighting. For Zachary Taylor, his lackluster decisions had … Continue reading →

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Mexican-American War 170th: Battle of Monterrey, pt. 2

Posted on September 22, 2016 by Ryan Quint

In the wake of the bloody fighting around Monterrey, Mexico on Sept. 21, 1846 “a cold, chilly rain” began to fall on the combatants. As soldiers scurried for cover to get out of the deluge, Maj. Gen. Zachary Taylor sought … Continue reading →

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