Pastry War
November 27, 1838 – March 9, 1839
Result French victory
France blockaded Mexican ports and attacked Veracruz to force payment for damages to French citizens, among them a pastry cook. Mexico agreed to pay, with British mediation.
Battles 1
November 27 – December 5, 1838
Battle of Veracruz (1838)
French victory
Castle of San Juan de Ulúa
Antonio López de Santa Anna, Mariano Arista, François d'Orléans, Prince of Joinville
