Episode 11: From the Halls of Montezuma

Today we watch General Winfield Scott plunge into a desperate battle for victory or death, from the Siege of Veracruz to the Halls of Montezuma. The machinations of President James K. Polk will rock the foundations of the Americas while General Santa Anna will struggle on after enduring defeat after defeat. But when the dust settles on the Mexican-American War, will it only set the stage for a far more terrible conflict? *As a special treat, listen to me attempt to sing the original Marine Hymn, very badly. Laughter is permitted and, indeed, encourage. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit uscivilwar.substack.com