Medal - History of the United States U.S. Forces Occupy Mexico City
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1966-1977 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 35.10 g |
| Diameter | 44.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.90 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Edge | Plain with inscription |
| Period | |
| Notice | |
| Reference(s) | Franklin#HUS-72 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | U.S. FORCES OCCUPY MEXICO CITY EL SEPTEMBER 14, 1847 |
| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 1847 FEB. 22-23 - Gen. Santa Anna defeated by Gen. Taylor at Buena Vista; MAR. 3 - Congress authorizes postage stamps; MAR. 9 - Gen. Winfield Scott lands at Vera Cruz for advance on Mexican capital; JULY 24 - Brigham Young and the Mormons reach Utah; SEP. 14 - Gen. Scott takes Mexico City. FM |
| Mintage | |
| Numisquare ID | 9104127840 |
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