Winfield Scott led an amphibious assault on (
In this war, a group of immigrant deserters formed Saint Patrick's Battalion and fought against the United States. This war resulted in a cession of land that was later adjusted by the Gadsden Purchase. Winfield Scott led an amphibious assault on (*) Veracruz during this war, which was ended by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. For 10 points, name this 1846 to 1848 war against an army led by Santa Anna.
In this war, a group of immigrant deserters formed Saint Patrick's Battalion and fought against the United States.
Mexican American War