Mexican-American War 1846-1848, caused by the American annexation of Texas. Battle of Cerro Gordo or Sierro Gordo, 18 April 1847. American general Winfield Scott outflanked, ambushed and defeated Santa Anna's much larger force.

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Mexican-American War 1846-1848, caused by the American annexation of Texas. Battle of Cerro Gordo or Sierro Gordo, 18 April 1847. American general Winfield Scott outflanked, ambushed and defeated Santa Anna's much larger force.

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