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    Who was Zachary Taylor besides 12th U.S. President? Uncover his military career, political beliefs and surprising role in the expansion of slavery.

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On May 8, 1846, before the United States formally declared war on Mexico, General Zachary Taylor defeated a superior Mexican force in the Battle of Palo Alto north of the Rio Grande River.

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