Mexican War Collection (page 3)

MEXICAN WAR: MORMONS. The Mormon Battalion in the Mexican American War. Oil on canvas by George Martin Ottinger (1833-1917)

MEXICAN ARMY, 1846-1848. A Mexican army approaching an American camp during the Mexican-American War, 1846-1848. Oil on canvas, Mexican, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: MONTERRY. View of Monterrey from Independence Hill, from Mexican War Lithographs by Captain Daniel P. Whiting, 1847. The Mexican fortress of Monterrey after the American victory, 1846

MEXICAN WAR: RIO GRANDE. Harneys Dragoons Swimming the Rio Grande during the Mexican American War. Watercolor from Samuel Chamberlains My Confessions: The Recollections of a Rogue, 1846

BATTLE OF MOLINO DEL REY. The Battle of Molino del Rey, Mexico, 8 September 1847. Oil on canvas by C. Escalante, c1850

MAP: MEXICAN WAR. Route of the Mexican armies between Vera Cruz and the Rio Grande, during the Mexican-American War, 1846-48

MEXICAN WAR: CAMP. U. S. Army soldiers washing clothes in camp during the Mexican American War
MEXICAN WAR: CAMP. U.S. Army soldiers washing clothes in camp during the Mexican American War. Woodcut, 19th century

MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR. View of the camp of General Zachary Taylors army of occupation on the Nueces River near Corpus Christi, Texas, shortly before the outbreak of the war with Mexico

SOLDIERS IN CAMP, 1840s. U. S. Army soldiers washing their clothes in camp. Woodcut
SOLDIERS IN CAMP, 1840s. U.S. Army soldiers washing their clothes in camp. Woodcut, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: VERA CRUZ. The American siege of Vera Cruz, Mexico, in March 1847. Contemporary lithograph after an eyewitness drawing by Carl Nebel

BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA, 1847. The Battle of Buena Vista between the American army led by Zachary Taylor and the Mexican Army led by Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, 22 and 23 February 1847

BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA, 1847. General Zachary Taylor at the Battle of Buena Vista, 22-23 February 1847, during the Mexican War. Lithograph, c1847

BATTLE OF MONTERREY, 1846. Messengers sent by General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna to General Zachary Taylor to request Taylors surrender prior to the Battle of Monterrey, during the Mexican War, 1846

BATTLE OF MONTERREY, 1846. Third day of the siege of Monterrey, Mexico, during the Mexican War, 23 September 1846

BATTLE OF MONTERREY, 1846. Mexican General Pedro de Ampudia surrendering to General Zachary Taylor after the Battle of Monterrey during the Mexican War, 24 September 1846

BATTLE: RESACA DE LA PALMA. A squadron of 2nd Dragoons of the U.S. Army penetrating enemy lines at the Battle of Resaca de la Palma, Texas, 9 May 1846: painting by Hal Stone

WOODVILLE: WAR NEWS, 1848. War News from Mexico. Oil on canvas by Richard Caton Woodville, 1848

SCOTT IN MEXICO CITY, 1847. American General Winfield Scott and his army entering Mexico City, 17 September, 1847. Contemporary lithograph

CARTOON: MEXICAN WAR, 1847. Plucked. An American cartoon of 1847 on the outcome of the war with Mexico

Mexican-American War, 23 February 1847. Oil on canvas by James Walker
BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA. Mexican-American War, 23 February 1847. Oil on canvas by James Walker

Twelfth President of the United States. Lithograph, 1846
ZACHARY TAYLOR (1784-1850). Twelfth President of the United States. Lithograph, 1846

The Battle of Buena Vista, Mexico, 22-23 February 1847. Steel engraving, 19th century
BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA, 1847. The Battle of Buena Vista, Mexico, 22-23 February 1847. Steel engraving, 19th century

A New York City newsboy shouting the victory of General Zachary Taylor at the battle of Buena Vista in an extra edition
NEWSBOY SHOUTING, 1847. A New York City newsboy shouting the victory of General Zachary Taylor at the battle of Buena Vista in an extra edition of the New York Herald

Fourteenth President of the United States. Pierce as a brigadier general during the Mexican War, 1847
FRANKLIN PIERCE (1804-1869). Fourteenth President of the United States. Pierce as a brigadier general during the Mexican War, 1847. Steel engraving, American, 1852

Oil on canvas, 1847, by William Carl Brown, Jr
ZACHARY TAYLOR AND STAFF. Oil on canvas, 1847, by William Carl Brown, Jr

General Zachary Taylor at the Battle of Buena Vista, Mexico, 22-23 February 1847: engraving, 19th century
BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA, 1847. General Zachary Taylor at the Battle of Buena Vista, Mexico, 22-23 February 1847: engraving, 19th century

General Zachary Taylor directing Captain Bragg to use more grapeshot at the Battle of Buena Vista
BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA. General Zachary Taylor directing Captain Bragg to use more grapeshot at the Battle of Buena Vista, during the Mexican War, 23 February 1847. Contemporary line engraving

General Zachary Taylor ordering American artillerists to fire more grapeshot at the Battle of Buena Vista during
BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA. General Zachary Taylor ordering American artillerists to fire more grapeshot at the Battle of Buena Vista during the Mexican War, 22-23 February 1847

MEXICAN WAR: CAVALRY. Gallant exploit of Lieut. Schuyler Hamilton near the Dell of Yobla, Mexican-American War, 1847. Contemporary mezzotint engraving

BATTLE OF BUENA VISTA, 1847. American cavalry at the Battle of Buena Vista, Mexico, 22-23 February 1847. Engraving, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: GUERRILLAS. Mexican guerrilla fighters from the Mexican-American War, 1846-48. Contemporary engraving

BATTLE OF MONTERREY, 1846. Storming of the bishops palace, Battle of Monterrey, Mexican-American War, 20-24 September 1846. Contemporary engraving

MEXICAN WAR: MONTERREY. Fighting in the streets of Monterrey, Mexico, during the Mexican-American War, 20-24 September 1846. Line engraving, 19th century

BATTLE OF CERRO GORDO. American attack on Cerro Gordo, during the Mexican-American War, 17-18 April 1847. Line engraving, 19th century

MAP: MEXICAN WAR, c1847. The lower valley of Mexico, including Mexico City, as it appeared during the Mexican-American War, 1846-48

MEXICAN WAR: CHURUBUSCO. Battle of Churubusco, during the Mexican-American War, 20 August 1847. Line engraving, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR, 1846. The American invasion force approaching Mexico at the start of the Mexican-American War. Line engraving, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: VERA CRUZ. Bombardment of Vera Cruz, Mexico, during the Mexican-American War. March 1847. Line engraving, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: PALO ALTO. Major Ringgold mortally wounded at the Battle of Palo Alto, 8 May 1846. Steel engraving, 19th century

ROUGH RANGER, c1846. Rough Rangers cavalry of Texas, fighting during the Mexican War, c1846-48. Wood engraving, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: CAVALRY, 1846. Charge of the U. S. Second Cavalry Regiment under Captain Charles A
MEXICAN WAR: CAVALRY, 1846. Charge of the U.S. Second Cavalry Regiment under Captain Charles A. May at Resaca de la Palma, 9 May 1846. Wood engraving, 19th century

MEXICO CITY, 1847. The U. S. Army entering Mexico City, 17 September 1847. Line engraving, 19th century
MEXICO CITY, 1847. The U.S. Army entering Mexico City, 17 September 1847. Line engraving, 19th century

BATTLE OF CHAPULTEPEC. U. S. fighting outside the palace of Chapultepec, Mexico City, Mexico, during the Mexican War
BATTLE OF CHAPULTEPEC. U.S. fighting outside the palace of Chapultepec, Mexico City, Mexico, during the Mexican War, 13 September 1847. Contemporary American engraving

MAP: MEXICAN WAR, c1847. Route from Vera Cruz to Mexico City, as it appeared during the Mexican -American War, 1846-48

MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR. American forces marching to Marin, Mexico, September 1846. Wood engraving, American, 1848

BATTLE OF MONTERREY, 1846. The Battle of Monterrey, Mexico, 20-24 September 1846, during the War with Mexico: wood engraving, American, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: SOLDIERS. Mexican soldiers during the American war with Mexico. Wood engraving, American, 1848

MEXICAN WAR: SOLDIER. Mexican soldier during the American war with Mexico. Wood engraving, American, 1848

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"The Mexican War: A Historical Journey Through the Battlefields and Triumphs" In the mid-19th century, a conflict erupted between Mexico and the United States, resulting in significant territorial gains for the latter. The Mexican-American War (1846-1848) saw fierce battles fought on both sides, ultimately leading to U. S. Expansion. One iconic symbol of this war was the U. S. Flag proudly carried by Company 1 during their military campaigns. This powerful image of an eagle soaring above became synonymous with American patriotism and determination. Admiral Thornton A. Jenkins, a prominent figure in the U. S Navy during this era, played a crucial role in shaping naval strategies that contributed to American victories. His leadership skills were instrumental in securing key victories for his nation. The war also grabbed headlines across Mexico as depicted in an engraving from "Mexican News" dated 1851. This visual representation serves as a reminder of how news traveled even amidst turbulent times. General J. J Arcgerm's portrait captures him outside his uniform, offering insight into his life beyond warfare, and is through such glimpses that we can understand these individuals' multifaceted identities shaped by their experiences during this tumultuous period. The lithographs depicting various campaigns illustrate the intensity and diversity of battles fought throughout the war-torn regions of Mexico from 1846 to 1847. These colorful images bring history alive while reminding us of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides. Amongst these brave leaders was General W. Scott whose lithograph showcases his commanding presence on and off the battlefield—a testament to his strategic brilliance which led to numerous triumphs against Mexican forces. Rufus Blanchard's printing work immortalized General Taylor's battles, highlighting significant moments where he demonstrated exceptional military prowess against formidable opponents—his contributions proving pivotal towards achieving victory for America. The Texas Declaration of Independence stands as a testament to Texan resolve against Mexican rule.