Vázquez's expedition to Texas

The Vasquez expedition to Texas was an expedition by General Rafael Vásquez against the Republic of Texas in 1842.

Vásquez's expedition to Texas
Part of The Mexican conflicts with Texas 1839–1843
DateMarch 5, 1842 - March 7, 1842
Location
Texas
Result

Mexican victory

Belligerents
Mexico  Texas
Commanders and leaders
Ráfael Vásquez Unknown
Strength
700 Unknown

The invasion

On March 5, 1842, Vásquez occupied San Antonio[1] with approximately 700 men.  The Texans, not being strong enough to control the city, evacuated without a fight when Vásquez demanded his surrender.  He took San Antonio, raised the Mexican flag and declared Mexican laws into force.[1]

Aftermath

Vásquez left on March 7 and crossed the Rio Grande back to Mexico;  His invasion was considered a looting or a guerrilla raid and was one of the events that led to the Somervell and Mier expeditions.[2]

References
  1. Association, Texas State Historical. "Vásquez, Ráfael". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2024-05-01.
  2. "The Mier Expedition by George Lord". 2010-12-05. Archived from the original on 2010-12-05. Retrieved 2024-05-01.
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