Timeline September 1847

Events in September 1847 2

• 1847 Battle of Chapultepec US forces storm the castle guarding Mexico City American troops stormed Chapultepec Castle, a military academy defended in part by cadets. The fall of the fortress opened the way into Mexico City, which US forces occupied on 14 September. The battle is commemorated in Mexico through the Niños Héroes.
• 1847 Capture of Mexico City US Army occupies the Mexican capital Following the fall of Chapultepec, Winfield Scott entered Mexico City on 14 September and raised the American flag over the National Palace. Fighting continued in the streets for several days. The occupation led to peace negotiations.