Siege of Veracruz

The Battle of Veracruz was a 20-day siege of the key Mexican beachhead seaport of Veracruz during the Mexican–American War. Lasting from March 9–29, 1847, it began with an amphibious assault conducted by United States military forces, and ended with the surrender and occupation of the city. U.S. forces then marched inland to Mexico City.

"Battle of Veracruz" redirects here. For other uses, see Battle of Veracruz (disambiguation).

Siege of Veracruz
Part of the Mexican–American War

Scott's siege guns were in place on ground outside the city
DateMarch 9–29, 1847
Location
Veracruz, Veracruz
Result American victory
Belligerents
 United States  Mexico
Commanders and leaders
Winfield Scott
David Conner
Matthew C. Perry		 Juan Esteban Morales
Juan Aguayo
Juan José de Landero Bauza
Units involved
See order of battle See order of battle
Strength
8,600 3,360
Casualties and losses
13 killed
55 wounded		 80–350 killed
50 wounded
3,000 captured
100–1,000 civilians killed
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