Did the Confederates invade New Mexico during Civil War.?
Yes, the Confederates invaded New Mexico during the Civil War. Confederate forces attacked the Union-controlled territory of New Mexico in the summer of 1861, hoping to capture the important city of Santa Fe. The Battle of Glorieta Pass was a key engagement in this campaign and resulted in a Confederate defeat. Although the Confederates were unsuccessful in capturing New Mexico, the invasion had a significant impact on the territory and its people. The conflict between the Union and the Confederacy created divisions within the region and led to economic and social disruption.