Battle of the Rio Grande

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:aftermath Increased tensions between the US and Mexico
gptkbp:casualties American casualties approximately 200
Mexican casualties approximately 300
American casualties approximately 50
Mexican casualties approximately 200
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Mexico
gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Mariano_Arista
gptkb:Zachary_Taylor
gptkbp:conflict Established US dominance in the region
gptkbp:consequences Increased support for the war in the US
Strengthened Mexican resistance
gptkbp:cultural_impact Inspiration for literature and art
Portrayal in films
Portrayal in literature
Commemoration in historical sites
gptkbp:date 1846
gptkbp:diplomatic_relations Condemnation from some European nations
Support from expansionist factions in the US
gptkbp:education Study of military history
Understanding US-Mexico relations
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Battle_of_Palo_Alto
gptkbp:historical_analysis Examined in military history studies
Discussed in the context of US imperialism
gptkbp:historical_context gptkb:Texas_annexation
gptkb:Annexation_of_Texas
gptkb:Manifest_Destiny
Expansionist policies of the US
gptkbp:historical_significance Lessons in military strategy
Part of the larger conflict over territorial expansion
Demonstrated US military capabilities
Marked escalation of the war
Border region between US and Mexico
Catalyst for further military engagements
Understanding US-Mexico relations today
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of the Rio Grande
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Annual reenactments
Historical markers
Books and documentaries
Monuments and memorials
gptkbp:is_popular_in gptkb:Films
gptkb:Songs
Books
gptkbp:key_figures gptkb:Mariano_Arista
gptkb:Zachary_Taylor
gptkbp:legacy Impact on military tactics
Influence on US-Mexico relations
Impact on military tactics in future conflicts
gptkbp:location gptkb:Rio_Grande
gptkbp:military_branch gptkb:US_Army
gptkb:Mexican_Army
gptkb:Army_of_Occupation
gptkbp:military_strategy Combined arms operations
Use of artillery in open terrain
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Battle_of_Buena_Vista
gptkb:Battle_of_Resaca_de_la_Palma
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:Engagement_at_Fort_Texas
Skirmishes along the river
gptkbp:objective Defend US territory
Repel Mexican forces
gptkbp:outcome Establishment of US military presence in the region
Secured US control over disputed territories
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Mexican-American_War
gptkbp:preceded_by gptkb:Skirmish_at_Palo_Alto
gptkb:Siege_of_Fort_Texas
gptkbp:primary_source gptkb:Documentaries
Historical analyses
Military reports
Eyewitness accounts
Official military reports
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Siege_of_Fort_Texas
gptkb:Battle_of_Resaca_de_la_Palma
gptkbp:result American victory
gptkbp:significance gptkb:First_major_battle_of_the_Mexican-American_War
gptkbp:strategic_importance Control of key supply routes
Boosted morale of US forces
Control of the Rio Grande region
gptkbp:tactics Flanking maneuvers
Artillery bombardment
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Geronimo
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3