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Salinas, California
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The Battle of Natividad, fought on November 16, 1846, was a skirmish between American forces and Californio lancers during the Mexican-American War.
The site of the Battle of Natividad was designated as a California State Historic Landmark in 1935, recognizing its historical significance.
The battle was relatively minor, involving around 100 American soldiers and 50 Californio lancers.
The Battle of Natividad was part of the larger struggle for control over California during the Mexican-American War, which ultimately led to California becoming a U.S. state.
Despite the tensions, the Battle of Natividad resulted in only a few casualties on both sides, making it a less deadly encounter.
The American forces emerged victorious, which helped solidify their control over the region during the war.
