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Auction 146, Lot 291
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"Siege of Vera Cruz, by the U.S. Troops under Major General Scott, in March 1847...", U.S. War Department

Subject: Veracruz, Mexico

Period: 1847 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
25.4 x 15.7 inches
64.5 x 39.9 cm
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This map depicts the Siege of Veracruz, which was an important battle at a strategic seaside port during the Mexican-American war. The Americans prevailed after a twenty-day battle and then marched on to Mexico City. The map shows the positions under Major General Scott, surrounding the city with nearly 13,000 soldiers. A note at bottom indicates that only 12 people perished and 61 were wounded. Batteries and encampments, headquarters, and troop positions are all shown in good detail. Drawn by Captain McClellan.

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Condition: B

Scattered foxing with some extraneous horizontal creasing near the middle of the map.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $90

Closed on 9/4/2013

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