1863,Battle of Camerone

Having been at home for the better part of three months, I've been investing in numerous areas that have always interested me. The previous postings regarding Battle of de Bexar, leading up to the Alamo is one. Next up is the famous engagement between the forces of President Juarez, and the 3rd Co, 1st Battalion, French Foreign Legion.

The battle was fought at the La Trinidad Hacienda, on the road to Puebla from Vera Cruz. This view is from the north across the road the French convoy was using. (the reason for the FFL being here in the first place)...

Now from the East...

There was one gap in the wall on this side, with two gates (w/o doors) on the west. The French had also occupied the NW corner of the Hacienda. Unfortunately for them, the Juaristas had already taken possession of the rest of the building.

Now we have soldiers of Juarez. The miniatures come from Gringo40, Old Glory, and Foundry...

The Legion will follow...