The loss which the Mexicans inflicted upon us resulted more from the strength of their position than from any skilful use of their defensive works.

In the battle of Buena Vista, the efforts of Santa Anna were principally directed to turning the American left.

If he had concentrated his masses more upon the centre at the plateau, the success gained in the early part of the contest would probably have been decisive.

The American right at La Angostura was made almost inaccessible by the deep ravines in its front, and the skilful use made of the artillery from this point enabled General Taylor to gain the victory, even after his left had been completely turned, and a portion of the volunteers had actually fled from the field.
The manner in which Scott handled his troops in the various battles on his line of march from Vera Cruz to the capital, proved him to be one of the best generals of the age.

At Cerro Gordo he so completely turned Santa Anna's left as to cut off his line of retreat, and nearly destroyed his army, the general himself barely escaping capture.