Winfield Scott
He was born in June 13, 1786 in Peters burg Virginia, He was an American military leader. Winfield Scott played an important role in the Mexican American War in 1846-1848 Scott was in charge of the U.S. Army, he seemed the obvious choice to lead the coming struggle against Mexico.
Zachary Taylor
He was born in November 24, 1784 in Montebello, Virginia. He was an American military leader and president of the United States. Zachary Taylor led troops to victory in several battles in northeaster Mexico. In early 1846, Tailor was ordered to move his troops across the Nueces River and the Rio Grande when his troops were attacked by Mexican troops, after this event Taylor declared hostilities between the nations. His bold aggressiveness and determination were keys to his victories, also his military reputation later led him to the American presidency.
Antonio Lopez de Santa anna
He was born on February 21, 1794 in Jalapa, Mexico. He was a Mexican General and statesman. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna was a general who led his nation for more than 20 years. Santa Anna led his nation forces against United States during the Mexican American War. Santa Anna arrived in Mexico in September, instead of working with peace with the United States he quickly began assembling and equipping Army to fight against U.S. military.