Genl. Ampudia treating for the capitulation of Monterey sic
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Genl. Ampudia treating for the capitulation of Monterey sic
Genl. Ampudia treating for the capitulation of Monterey sic, with Genl. Taylor, 24th Sept. 1846. Date c1846
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1846 24th Capitulation Genl Monterey Sept Taylor Treating
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the pivotal moment of the negotiated surrender of Monterey, the Californian capital, to the United States military forces under General John C. Fremont and Colonel Stephen W. Kearny, represented in the print by General Stephen W. Kearny and General José Castro y Arreguí, Marqués de Ampudia. The capitulation took place on September 24, 1846, marking a significant turning point in the Mexican-American War. The scene unfolds on a sun-drenched plaza, with a crowd of onlookers gathered to witness the historic event. General Ampudia, dressed in a resplendent uniform, sits at a table, pen in hand, as he signs the instrument of surrender. General Kearny, standing behind him, observes the proceedings with a stern expression. The atmosphere is tense yet respectful, reflecting the complexities of the political and military situation. Monterey's capitulation was a strategic victory for the United States, as it secured control of the Californian coast and paved the way for the eventual conquest of the entire region. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the intricacies of international diplomacy and the enduring impact of military conflict on the course of history. This print, produced around the same year as the event, offers a unique and valuable glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in the history of the American West.
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