Battle of Churubusco
1847 in Mexico19th century in Mexico CityAugust 1847 eventsEvents that led to courts-martialHistory of Mexico City ... and 1 more
Mexico City Campaign
The Battle of Churubusco took place on August 20, 1847, while Santa Anna's army was in retreat from the Battle of Contreras or Battle of Padierna during the Mexican–American War. It was the battle where the San Patricio Battalion, made up largely of US deserters, made their last stand against U.S. forces. The U.S. Army was victorious, outnumbering more than two-to-one the defending Mexican troops. After the battle, the U.S. Army was only 5 miles (8 km) away from Mexico City. 50 Saint Patrick's Battalion members were officially executed by the U.S. Army, all but two by hanging. Collectively, this was the largest mass execution in United States history.
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Calle Xicoténcatl, Mexico City
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| N 19.356 ° | E -99.149 ° |
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Calle Xicoténcatl
Calle Xicoténcatl
04120 Mexico City
Mexico
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