The Battle of Buena Vista
Zachary Taylor was the primary American leader during the Battle of Buena Vista. The battle occurred in 1847 and was part of the Mexican-American War. Taylor would go on to serve as the 12th President of the U.S.
Zachary Taylor.
The United States Army led by General Zachary Taylor won the Battle of Buena Vista over the Mexican Army led by Santa Ana. If a coup d'état had not occurred in Mexico City and Santa Ana had not left the area to reclaim the Presidency, the Mexicans may have prevailed the next day. Instead, the Mexicans abandoned the field.
Following the Battle of Buena Vista, President Polk wanted General Zachary Taylor to move south and conquer Mexico City. However, it was almost impossible to supply General Taylor's army in such an endeavor. The supply lines would have been too long.
Zachary Taylor was an accomplished commander in the Mexican War. Clearly he distinguished himself in that was by winning the Battle of Buena Vista. Taylor's forces were outnumbered three to one, yet he defeated the army of Santa Ana.
The Battle Of Buena Vista, near Monterrey Mexico.
Sam Houston defeated Santa Anna at the battle of San jacinto
Taylor was the winning general at the Battle of BuenaVista during the Mexican War and so was sometimes referred at the Hero of Buena Vista.
Santa Anna was NOT defeated at the battle of Buena Vista. Though 3,400 of Santa Anna's men were dead or wounded versus Taylor's 650, the Mexican general declared victory and retreated.
Yes, the American forces led by Zachary Taylor, beat the Mexican forces and began a winning streak for the American forces. The great success was also due to the invasion of Vera Cruz by Major General Winfield Scott.
Battle of Buena Vista happened in 1847.