Episode 2 of 2
Siege and Surrender of Veracruz
- When
- March 27, 1847
- Where
- Veracruz
- Part of
- Siege of Veracruz
Scott's forces encircled Veracruz and bombarded the city, leading to the surrender of the Mexican garrison on March 27.
After safely landing his 12,000-man army, Scott encircled Veracruz and began bombarding it. The Mexican garrison surrendered on March 27. The city had been used for an unsuccessful defense of the port when United States forces invaded during the Mexican–American War.
Sources
- Winfield Scott Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
- Veracruz (city) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
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