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Battle of Cerro Gordo
1847Apr, 18

American victory at the battle of Cerro Gordo opens the way for invasion of Mexico.

The Battle of Cerro Gordo, or Battle of Sierra Gordo, was an engagement in the Mexican–American War on April 18, 1847. The battle saw Winfield Scott's United States troops outflank Antonio López de Santa Anna's larger Mexican army, driving it from a strong defensive position.

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Events on 1847

  • 22Feb

    Battle of Buena Vista

    Mexican-American War: The Battle of Buena Vista: Five thousand American troops defeat 15,000 Mexicans troops.
  • 23Feb

    Battle of Buena Vista

    Mexican-American War: Battle of Buena Vista: In Mexico, American troops under future president General Zachary Taylor defeat Mexican General Antonio López de Santa Anna.
  • 9Mar

    Siege of Veracruz

    Mexican-American War: The first large-scale amphibious assault in U.S. history is launched in the Siege of Veracruz.
  • 12Sep

    Battle of Chapultepec

    Mexican-American War: the Battle of Chapultepec begins.
  • 13Sep

    Battle of Chapultepec

    Mexican-American War: Six teenage military cadets known as Niños Héroes die defending Chapultepec Castle in the Battle of Chapultepec. American troops under General Winfield Scott capture Mexico City in the Mexican-American War.