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Company 'A', corps of engineers, U.S.A., 1846-'48, in the Mexican war

By Gustavus Woodson Smith
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An engineer officer provides a firsthand narrative of raising and training a newly authorized company of engineer soldiers and their field service during the Mexican War, describing enlistment and instruction, detention on the Rio Grande, marches to Victoria and Tampico, the amphibious landing and siege works at Veracruz including cutting the city aqueduct, reconnaissance and emplacement of batteries and trenches, subsequent operations from Puebla through Churubusco to the capture and occupation of Mexico City, the company's time in the capital and return to West Point, and appendices recording promotions and historical extracts.

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Gustavus Woodson Smith

Gustavus Woodson Smith was an American engineer and military officer known for his service during the Mexican-American War. His notable work, "Company 'A', corps of engineers, U.S.A., 1846-'48, in the Mexican war," provides a detailed account of his experiences and the operations of his unit during this pivotal conflict. Smith's writings contribute to the understanding of military engineering and the challenges faced by troops in the field. His perspective as an officer offers valuable insights into the logistics and strategies employed during the war.

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