Question

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What happened in Santa Fe on August 18, 1846?
a. Stephen Keamey led soldiers into Santa Fe and claimed that were now American citizens.
b. Stephen Keamey led soldiers into Santa Fe to secure New Mexico for Mexico
Stephen Kearney led soldiers into Santa Fe to suppress a revolt in Taos.
d. Stephen Kearney told traders they were forced to rely on themselves for protection.
c.
Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Answer 1

On August 18, 1846, Stephen W. Kearny captured Santa Fe without firing a shot as part of the Kearny Expedition. ... US #970 was issued for the 100th anniversary of Fort Kearny. During this time, he ordered his men to escort travelers from the Oregon Trail across the plains to avoid Native American attacks.