Recollections Of Mexico And The Battle Of Buena Vista, February 22 And 23, 1847 (1851) is a historical memoir written by Marcus Claudius Marcellus Hammond. The book provides a first-hand account of the author's experiences during the Mexican-American War, specifically during the Battle of Buena Vista in February 1847. Hammond was a member of the Mississippi Rifles and served under General Zachary Taylor during the battle. The book describes in detail the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. Hammond's recollections provide insight into the tactics and strategies used by both the American and Mexican armies during the war. The book also includes descriptions of the landscape and environment of Mexico, as well as the culture and customs of the Mexican people. Recollections Of Mexico And The Battle Of Buena Vista, February 22 And 23, 1847 (1851) is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on the Mexican-American War and the Battle of Buena Vista.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.