Cienega affair facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Battle of Cienega Creek
Part of the Taos Revolt Mexican–American War
United States cavalry and infantry, circa 1845.
Date July 9, 1847 Location Cienega Creek, Taos County, New Mexico Result United States victory
Belligerents
United States	Mexico
Commanders and leaders
Capt. Morin	Unknown
Strength
31	200
Casualties and losses
5 killed 9 wounded	Unknown

The Cienega affair, also known as the Battle of Cienega Creek, was the very last fight of the Taos Revolt. This revolt happened during the Mexican–American War. The battle took place on July 9, 1847. It was a fight between New Mexican rebels, Pueblo native people, and soldiers from the United States Army.

The Battle of Cienega Creek

On July 9, 1847, a small group of thirty-one American soldiers was stationed near Cienega Creek. This spot was about eighteen miles from Taos, New Mexico. These soldiers were part of Captain Morin's company of American infantry.

What Happened During the Fight?

Early that morning, the American soldiers were suddenly attacked. About two hundred New Mexican fighters and their Pueblo allies surrounded them. The battle began, and the American soldiers had to retreat. They moved back to the banks of Cienega Creek.

The American soldiers managed to hold their ground there. They fought hard until more help arrived. Captain Shepherd's company came to support them. With these new soldiers, the Americans were able to defeat their attackers. This victory marked the end of the Taos Revolt.