How the American Army seized the initiative in 1846
In short: Explore the opening months of the Mexican-American War, as American forces moved to claim vast western territories and press into Mexican territory before major reinforcements could arrive.
This video examines the early stages of the Mexican-American War during the summer of 1846. It tracks the strategic maneuvers used by the US to seize the initiative, specifically focusing on the push to secure California and the advance towards Monterrey to pressure Mexican forces before General Santa Anna could mobilize his full strength.
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