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John Frost
The War and its Warriors; Comprising a Complete History of all the Operations of the American Armies in Mexico
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New Haven and Philadelphia, Published by H. Mansfield, 1848
8vo. [2], 5-6, [vii]-viii, 9-319 pp. Illustrated with numerous full-page and in-text wood engravings, including frontispiece. With Biographical Sketches and Anecdotes of the Most Distinguished Officers in the Regular Army and the Volunteer Force. Publisher's blind-stamped dark brown/black cloth with gilt lettering & decoration to spine. Some foxing throughout; the binding is in near fine condition
A comprehensive history of the Mexican–American War (1846–1848); this work was published during or shortly after the conflict and reflects the immediate American perspective on the war’s events and participants. The author details key engagements such as the siege of Veracruz, the battles of Chapultepec, Contreras, and Churubusco, and the capture of Mexico City. Frost also includes stories and profiles of both regular Army officers and volunteer leaders, portraying figures like Zachary Taylor, Winfield Scott, and William J. Worth at Monterrey.
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