Irregulars: Guerrilla and Ranchero Warfare in South Texas and Northern Mexico during the Mexican - American War

Authors

James Mills, The University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

Spring 2009

Abstract

The overall outcome of the Mexican - American War (1846-1848) was determined largely by regular military forces. There was, however, another war within this war waged by irregulars, guerrillas, and rancheros from Mexico, as well as by Texas Rangers and elements within the U.S. volunteers. Although these forces were important to both sides in the war effort, people most often remember them for the atrocities they committed.

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Recommended Citation

Mills, J. W. (2009). Irregulars: Guerrilla and Ranchero Warfare in South Texas and Northern Mexico during the Mexican - American War. Journal of South Texas, 22(1), 1–20.

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1

Last Page

20

Publication Title

Journal of South Texas