First siege of Veracruz 1859
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 16 February 1859 – 31 March 1859 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1859 | Wikidata P580 (start time) |
| Era | 19th century (1800–1913) | derived from year |
| Location | Mexico | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | North America | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | Reform War | Wikidata P361 |
| Coordinates | 19.1903, -96.1533 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The first siege of Veracruz was a military encounter of the Reform War which took place around Veracruz, Mexico, in 1859. Conservative President Miguel Miramón attempted to besiege the Liberal capital, Veracruz, but was slowed by guerrilla attacks and forced to withdraw when he received news that a Liberal army was marching on Mexico City. Miramon would try again one year later with similar results in the second siege of Veracruz.
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