In 1914, the United States occupied the port city of Veracruz, Mexico, in response to the Tampico Affair, which involved the arrest of U.S. sailors by Mexican forces. The U.S. government, led by President Woodrow Wilson, viewed this incident as an affront to American dignity and a threat to American interests in Mexico. The occupation itself was a significant military action that aimed to bolster the revolutionary faction of Venustiano Carranza while undermining the regime of Victoriano Huerta, who was seen as an illegitimate leader by the U.S. The occupation lasted for seven months, during which time American forces engaged in various conflicts with Mexican troops and locals, leading to several casualties.The withdrawal of American forces from Veracruz marked the end of the military presence that had aimed to stabilize the area and support Carranza's cause against Huerta. This retreat can be seen as a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy as it began to reconsider its approach to interventions in Latin America, especially as the complexities of the Mexican Revolution grew. American interests were still a priority, but the dynamics of revolution and local sentiment required a more nuanced approach. The situation in Mexico remained volatile, raising questions about U.S. involvement in the region that echoed in future foreign policy decisions.