The Mexican American War - The Siege of Veracruz - Scott Invades Mexico

In March 1847, the United States launched one of the most ambitious operations of the Mexican-American War: the Siege of Veracruz. After carrying out the first large-scale amphibious landing in American history, General Winfield Scott's army surrounded Mexico's strongest Gulf Coast fortress and began a relentless bombardment of the city. Facing determined Mexican defenders, dangerous weather, and the immense logistical challenge of supplying thousands of men on a hostile shore, the campaign would become a decisive turning point in the war and open the road to Mexico City itself. This video examines the planning, landing, siege operations, key commanders, and dramatic events that led to the fall of Veracruz and reshaped the course of the conflict.

Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction
2:13 - The Taos Revolt
3:30 - The Battle of Cañada
4:44 - The Siege of Taos
6:30 - Doniphan Marches on Chihuahua
7:51 - The Battle of The Sacramento
11:35 - Scott Forms His Invasion
13:32 - Scott Sets Sail
14:10 - Aftermath of Buena Vista
15:16 - Scott Arrives at Veracruz
16:23 - Scott's Siege Plan
17:08 - The Polkos Revolt
18:41 - The Americans Make Landfall
20:17 - The Americans Encircle Veracruz
22:34 - The Bombardment of Veracruz
24:27 - Scott Pressured by The Americans
25:31 - Mexico Surrenders
26:33 - Conclusion