Blockade of Veracruz

Blockade of Veracruz
Part of the Mexican–American War

American forces landing at Veracruz in 1847.
Date 1847
Location off Veracruz, Mexico, Gulf of Mexico
Result United States victory, successful blockade and siege of Veracruz.
Belligerents
 United States Mexico
Commanders and leaders
David Connor
Matthew C. Perry		 Juan Esteban Morales
Mexico City Campaign

The Blockade of Veracruz was a conflict during the Mexican-American War. The blockade of Veracriz was extremely important in the Mexican-American War. It allowed the U.S. Army to land troops in Veracruz and initiate their siege.