Battle of Fortín

Battle of Fortin
Part of French intervention in Mexico
Date April 19, 1862
Location Fortin, Mexico
Result French victory
Belligerents
France Mexico
Commanders and leaders
Charles de Lorencez Ignacio Zaragoza
Strength
Cavalry squadron unknown

The Battle of Fortin was the first battle of the French invasion of Mexico.

Battle

Lorencez, in charge of the French army in Mexico, attacked a retreating force of Mexican soldiers. At Fortin, the French defeated the Mexican army and the first battle was fought, though just a small confrontation.

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