The Battle of Monterrey
(Sept. 21-23, 1846)
The Mexican War

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U.S. troops burst into the Bishop's Palace. The U.S. flag raised over the Bishop's Palace.

 
 
Americans fighting on a Monterrey street.  Snipers firing on U.S. troops.

 
 
Gen. Ampudia (center left) surrenders the city. Americans watch as Mexicans leave the city.