“The first clash”
On May 8, 1846, United States and Mexican troops clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto. The battle was the first in a two-year long war that changed the map of North America. Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park preserves the site of this notable battle and provides an understanding of the causes, events, and consequences of the U.S.-Mexican War.
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February 22, 2023
This is a very interesting battlefield. It was a one sided battle even though the Mexican army outnumbered the US army.
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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park
7200 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville,
Texas
78526
USA
Hours
Closed Now
- Sun - Sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Good for educational opportunities, hiking, and walking.
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