The Battle of Cañada was a popular insurrection against the American occupation of New Mexico by Mexicans and Pueblo Indians.

Insurgents, Mexicans and Pueblo Indians in New Mexico under the leadership of Chavez, Montoya, Tafoya and Ortiz, assembled a large force at La Canada, intending to march onto the American-held city of Santa Fe.

[3] On 24 Jan., Price met the large insurgent force on the heights along the road to Santa Cruz de la Cañada and three strong houses at the base of the hill.

Agney to dislodge the rebels occupying the house opposite his right flank, followed by a charge up the hill, supported by Lt. White and Capt.

[3] Price reported, "In a few minutes my troops had dislodged the enemy at all points, and they were flying in every direction.