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In 1852, Scott ran as the [[Whig Party]] candidate for President of the United States, but was defeated soundly by [[Democrat]] [[Franklin Pierce]].
In 1852, Scott ran as the [[Whig Party]] candidate for President of the United States, but was defeated soundly by [[Democrat]] [[Franklin Pierce]].
== The Mexican American War ==
Scott was tasked with leading an amphibious assault and laying siege to the city of [[Veracruz]], [[Mexico]]. The siege ended with American success after only 12 days and minimal casualties. From there, he marched on [[Mexico City]] and routed the Mexican army under the command of General [[Antonio López de Santa Anna]].
== The Civil War ==
== The Civil War ==