Battle of Contreras (1847 AD)

Battle of Contreras took place in 1847 AD during Mexican-American War.

Battle facts

Year: 1847 AD
Date: 1847-08-20
Era: Modern
Conflict: Mexican-American War
Commanders (A): Winfield Scott
Commanders (B): Gabriel Valencia, Agustín Jerónimo de Iturbide y Huarte
Casualties: approx. ~300 casualties~700 killed 1,225 wounded ~850 captured 22 artillery pieces lost 843 captured
Outcome: American victory
Coordinates: 19.354°, -99.136°