Battle of Palo Alto (1846 AD)

Battle of Palo Alto (Side A vs Mexico) took place in 1846 AD during Mexican-American War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1846 AD
• Date: 1846-05-08
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Mexican-American War
• Side B: Mexico
• Commanders (A): Zachary Taylor
• Commanders (B): Mariano Arista
• Casualties: approx. 9 killed 47 wounded 2 missing102 killed 129 wounded 26 missing
• Outcome: American victory Retreat of Mexican Army south to near the Rio Grande Set the stage for the Battle of Resaca de la Palma the following day
• Coordinates: 26.020°, -97.465°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Palo Alto · Wikidata entry

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