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Battle of Ahualulco (1858)

September 29, 1858

A conservative victory in the Mexican War of Reform in which General Miramón's forces decisively defeated the liberal army under Vidaurri.

Quick Facts

Year
1858
Category
war

Key Facts

Date
29 September 1858
Liberal casualties
672 casualties
Liberal prisoners taken
91 prisoners
Conflict
War of Reform
State
San Luis Potosí, Mexico

By the Numbers

29
Date
672casualties
Liberal casualties
91prisoners
Liberal prisoners taken

Location

Map of Ahualulco, MexicoMap of Ahualulco, MexicoAhualulco, Mexico

Cause → Event → Consequence

Cause

During the Mexican War of Reform, liberal and conservative factions were engaged in open civil conflict. Liberal General Santiago Vidaurri led his army into the region of San Luis Potosí, where conservative forces under General Miguel Miramón and Leonardo Márquez moved to intercept and engage them near the town of Ahualulco.

Event

On 29 September 1858, liberal forces commanded by Generals Santiago Vidaurri, Juan Zuazua, and Francisco Naranjo clashed with conservative troops under Generals Miguel Miramón and Leonardo Márquez near Ahualulco. The conservative army defeated Vidaurri's forces in a decisive engagement, inflicting heavy losses on the liberal side.

Consequence

The liberals suffered 672 casualties and 91 soldiers taken prisoner, representing a significant blow to their military strength in the region. The battle is regarded by some historians as one of Miramón's most brilliant military triumphs, boosting conservative prestige during the War of Reform.

Belligerents & Mobilization Analysis

Side A

1 belligerent

Liberal Army of Mexico
Estimated Casualties672
Key Commanders

Santiago Vidaurri, Juan Zuazua, Francisco Naranjo.

Side B

1 belligerent

Conservative Army of Mexico
Key Commanders

Miguel Miramón, Leonardo Márquez.

Total Casualties (all sides)
672
Outcome
Conservative victory; liberal army under Vidaurri defeated

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