Video: 'The Battle of PALO ALTO - Part 1 of 3'

(Friday, May 8, 1846, 2:00 p.m. local time; during the Mexican-American War) — The first major battle of the Mexican-American War was fought today at Palo Alto, Texas; U.S. forces led by Gen. Zachary Taylor were able to beat back Mexican forces.

Video: 'The Battle of PALO ALTO - Part 2 of 3'

Video: 'The Battle of PALO ALTO - Part 3 of 3'