First siege of Veracruz

The first siege of Veracruz was a military encounter of the Reform War which took place around Veracruz, Mexico, in 1859. Conservative President Miguel Miramón attempted to besiege the Liberal capital, Veracruz, but was slowed by guerrilla attacks and forced to withdraw when he received news that a Liberal army was marching on Mexico City.^[1] Miramon would try again one year later with similar results in the second siege of Veracruz.

DateFebruary 16 – March 31, 1859
(1 month, 2 weeks and 1 day)

Location

Veracruz, Veracruz, Mexico

Result Liberal victory

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First siege of Veracruz
Part of the Reform War
Date February 16 – March 31, 1859 (1 month, 2 weeks and 1 day) Location Veracruz, Veracruz, Mexico Result Liberal victory
Belligerents
Conservatives	Liberals
Commanders and leaders
Miguel Miramón	Benito Juárez

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