New Mexico in the Mexican American War

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The narrative delves into the violent struggle for New Mexico's establishment as a U.S. territory during the Mexican-American War, highlighting intense battles, guerrilla tactics, and devastating sieges. Key events include the brutal Taos Revolt, where Governor Charles Bent was murdered, and American forces' ruthless attacks on refuges. The author, Ray John de Aragón, vividly recounts these harrowing tales, shedding light on the tumultuous history that shaped the Land of Enchantment.