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Mexican-American War

Gila River March Skirmishes

1846
Arizona
Era
Mexican-American War
Year
1846
Location
Arizona
Status
Historical record
The Battle

History & Significance

Gila River March Skirmishes was a Mexican-American War engagement fought in Arizona, 1846.

General Stephen Kearny's column encountered Maricopa and Yuma tribes while marching down the Gila River in Arizona Territory in 1846 en route to California. These skirmishes were part of Kearny's overall objective to reach California and extend American military control, distinct from the main Mexican-American War operations but occurring within the same timeframe.

Outcome
Kearny's column marched down Gila River to California; skirmishes with Maricopa and Yuma tribes at river crossings

Approximate location. The nearest recorded settlement is shown; the exact site is unrecorded.

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Gila River March Skirmishes took place in 1846.
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Gila River March Skirmishes was fought in Arizona, United States.
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General Stephen Kearny's column encountered Maricopa and Yuma tribes while marching down the Gila River in Arizona Territory in 1846 en route to California. These skirmishes were part of Kearny's overall objective to reach California and extend American military control, distinct from the main Mexic
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Rittenhouse Elementary School
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