“Manifest Destiny and its Legacy 1841-1848”

Many of Taylor’s troops were then dispersed to other sectors of the war. February 22-23, 1847- a significantly outnumbered Taylor withstood an attack by Santa Anna at the Battle of Buena Vista. B. Mexico still refused to negotiate. Polk ordered General Winfield Scott to land on the east coast of MX, march inland, and take Mexico City ................
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