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Mexican-American War

Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz

27 November - 5 December 1838
Mexico
Era
Mexican-American War
Year
27 November - 5 December 1838
Location
Mexico
Status
Verified engagement
The Battle

History & Significance

Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz was a Mexican-American War engagement fought in Mexico, 27 November - 5 December 1838. It was a United States victory.

The Battle of Veracruz, also known as the Battle of San Juan de Ulúa, was a naval engagement that pitted a French frigate squadron under Rear Admiral Charles Baudin against the Mexican citadel of San Juan de Ulúa, which defended the city of Veracruz, from 27 November to 5 December 1838.

Result
United States victory
Forces engaged
French frigate squadron under Rear Admiral Charles Baudin vs Mexican citadel of San Juan de Ulúa
Outcome
Naval battery under Perry bombarded Fort Santiago and San Juan de Ulúa from close range; Mexican guns silenced
Duration
27 November - 5 December 1838

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

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When did Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz take place?
Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz took place in 27 November - 5 December 1838. 27 November - 5 December 1838.
Where was Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz fought?
Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz was fought in Mexico, United States.
What was the significance of Fort Santiago Bombardment - Veracruz?
The Battle of Veracruz, also known as the Battle of San Juan de Ulúa, was a naval engagement that pitted a French frigate squadron under Rear Admiral Charles Baudin against the Mexican citadel of San Juan de Ulúa, which defended the city of Veracruz, from 27 November to 5 December 1838.
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