Zachary Taylor's military performance in the Mexican War
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Discuss the military campaigns and battles of Zachery Taylor in the Mexican War. How would you rate him as a commander? What impact did the war have on Taylor's career?
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This solution discusses the military performance of Zachary Taylor during the Mexican War. The effects of his military successes in his political career are also considered. Over 200 words of original text along with links to informative websites for further research.
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Taylor fought several important battles during the Mexican War. His troops won victories at Palo Alto and Resaca de la Palma. These battles were actually fought before war was officially declared by Congress. After war was officially declared he invaded Mexico and took the two cities of Matamoras and Monterey. In February of 1847 he fought the battle that ...
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