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During the Mexican-American War, the Mexican leader, Santa Anna led the Mexican nation and acted as its military leader as well. For the US, the top military chief was General Winfield Scott. The US President was President Polk.

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Q: Who were the military leaders of both sides during the Mexican war?
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