Was the Battle of Salinas a Civil War?

The Battle of Salinas was not a Civil War; it was a significant engagement during the Mexican-American War. Fought on December 19, 1846, near Salinas, California, it involved American forces seeking to assert control over the region against Mexican troops. The battle played a role in the broader context of the war, which ultimately led to the U.S. acquisition of large territories in the West.