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Mexican-American War

Battle of Puebla Garrison vs Guerrillas

1847
Mexico
Era
Mexican-American War
Year
1847
Location
Mexico
Status
Historical record
The Battle

History & Significance

Battle of Puebla Garrison vs Guerrillas was a Mexican-American War engagement fought in Mexico, 1847.

The American garrison at Puebla under General John Garland faced repeated guerrilla attacks and cavalry probes led by Mexican irregular forces, notably those commanded by Padre Jarauta, in 1847. These skirmishes represented the post-battle occupation challenges American forces faced in holding captured Mexican territory.

Outcome
Garland's garrison at Puebla repeatedly skirmished with Padre Jarauta's guerrillas and Mexican cavalry probing the city

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

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Battle of Puebla Garrison vs Guerrillas took place in 1847.
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Battle of Puebla Garrison vs Guerrillas was fought in Mexico, United States.
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The American garrison at Puebla under General John Garland faced repeated guerrilla attacks and cavalry probes led by Mexican irregular forces, notably those commanded by Padre Jarauta, in 1847. These skirmishes represented the post-battle occupation challenges American forces faced in holding captu
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