1847 · Mexico
by [Mexican-American War]
Mexico: Vicente Garcia Torre, 1847. 36pp. Original printed wrappers. Light corner and edge wear to wrappers, spine extremities slightly chipped. Initial leaves slightly wrinkled. Very good plus. In a red cloth folding case, leather label stamped in gilt. An anonymous account dated August 24, 1847, documenting the causes of the Mexican defeat at the Battle of Contreras on August 19-20, 1847. It was there that the Mexican defensive position commanded by Valencia was overwhelmed by Gen. Scott, paving the way to the fall of Churubusco, the defeat of Santa- Anna's principal army, and eventually the fall of Mexico City. This documented version of the events places the blame squarely on Valencia, who is accused of disobeying orders to retreat, and vindicates Santa-Anna: "La falta de obediencia del general Santa-Anna completamente, y su imprudente arrojo diĆ³ al enemigo un triunfo" (p.8). Reprints numerous official documents. HOWES R187, "aa." STREETER SALE 268. PALAU 4434. SABIN 48633
(Inventory #: WRCAM52463)