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Which Mexican city did Zachary Taylor capture during his campaign in northeastern Mexico?

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During his campaign in northeastern Mexico, Major General Zachary Taylor captured the city of Monterrey in September 1846 following a multi-day engagement known as the Battle of Monterrey. Additionally, Taylor's forces took control of Saltillo during this campaign.1