Mexican-American War 1846-1848, caused by the American annexation of Texas. Battle of Cerro Gordo or Sierro Gordo, 18 April 1847. American general Winfield Scott outflanked, ambushed and defeated Santa Anna's much larger force.
Mexican-American War 1846-1848, caused by the American annexation of Texas. Battle of Cerro Gordo or Sierro Gordo, 18 April 1847. American general Winfield Scott outflanked, ambushed and defeated Santa Anna's much larger force.
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