✦ History

Part of Mexican-American War

Siege of Veracruz

March 9–29, 1847 · Siege of Veracruz

Result American victory

Scott's amphibious landing and siege took the port of Veracruz, opening the road to Mexico City.

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United States

Mexico

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United States
Mexico
Winfield Scott military commander David Conner military commander Matthew C. Perry military commander

Strength and losses

Strength
8,600
Killed
13
Wounded
55
Civilian deaths
1,000–10,000

Units

Scott's army in Mexico Home Squadron

Also involved 2