Al pueblo sensato de Mexico. Proclama [in Spanish]

Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866 Al pueblo sensato de Mexico. Proclama [in Spanish]

GLC06366.03

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GLC#
GLC06366.03-View header record
Type
Documents
Date
11 April 1847
Author/Creator
Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866
Title
Al pueblo sensato de Mexico. Proclama [in Spanish]
Place Written
Vera Cruz, Mexico
Pagination
1 p. : Height: 32 cm, Width: 19.9 cm
Language
Spanish
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
Age of Jackson

"To the sensible town of Mexico. A Proclamation." States that Americans are not enemies of peaceful Mexicans and respect their religion. Discusses martial law and the power of the army to prosecute offenders. Also mentions that all food and supplies needed by the soldiers will be paid for in full, as opposed to how guerillas have ransacked villages and stolen property. Adds that vendors will have the protection of the U.S. Army. Duplicate of GLC04070.

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