US blockade of Mexico
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US blockade of Mexico
The United States blockades Mexico: the naval demonstration in the Gulf. The Mexican situation seen from above the port of Vera Cruz. The occupation of Vera Cruz by US troops brought America and Mexico to the brink of war. It began in April 1914 with the detention of US Marines in Tampico -- they were apprehended in a restricted zone. Date: April 1914
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This striking aerial view captures the US naval demonstration in the Gulf of Mexico during the tense standoff between the United States and Mexico in April 1914. The image depicts the blockade of the port of Vera Cruz, a key Mexican city, following the detention of US Marines in Tampico. The Marines had been apprehended in a restricted zone, leading to a diplomatic incident that brought the two nations to the brink of war. The US response was a naval demonstration, with several ships anchored in the Gulf to showcase America's military might. The occupation of Vera Cruz by US troops further escalated tensions, and the situation remained volatile for several weeks. This historical event, known as the Tampico Affair or the Vera Cruz Expedition, marked a significant moment in US-Mexico relations and highlighted the growing influence of the United States in the Central American sphere.
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