BATTLE // November 1, 1914
Battle of Veracruz
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Overview
The Battle of Veracruz was a military conflict between the United States and Mexico that took place in the Mexican port city of Veracruz between April 21 to November 23, 1914.
Overview adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Significance
The amphibious landing and subsequent siege of Veracruz secured a critical Mexican seaport for U.S. forces during the Mexican-American War. The port's surrender after twenty days opened an overland route that U.S. forces used to march on Mexico City, making Veracruz the operational gateway to the Mexican interior and a pivotal step toward the war's conclusion.
Tactics
U.S. forces conducted an amphibious landing against the port of Veracruz, then prosecuted a siege that compelled the garrison's surrender after twenty days.
Forces & casualties
Troop strength
- États-Unis2,300medium
- Mexique200medium
États-Unis fielded a 11.5 : 1 numerical advantage
Casualties
- Mexique150–572medium181% loss rate
Commanders (2)
United States
Frederick Funstonmajor general
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