Battle of Contreras

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The Battle of Contreras was a key 1847 engagement of the Mexican–American War near Mexico City, where U.S. forces under Winfield Scott defeated Mexican troops, paving the way for the capture of the capital.

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Battle of Cerro Gordo followedBy Battle of Contreras