On September 14, 1847, during the Mexican War, U.S. troops under the command of General Winfield Scott occupied Mexico City.
Mexico made peace with the U.S. in 1848.
When did the United States first conquer a foreign capital?
On September 14, 1847, during the Mexican War, U.S. troops under the command of General Winfield Scott occupied Mexico City.
Mexico made peace with the U.S. in 1848.