James Magoffin was sent to Santa Fe to convince the governor of New Mexico not to the U. S. army that was coming to capture New Mexico.

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attack / defend against

Explanation: James Magoffin an experienced trader was sent to convince the governor of New Mexico and his officials about the size and equipment of the invading army to avoid the disastrous defeat that would follow if they attempted a futile defense. However, the governor was not convinced until he realized that the promised reinforcements would not arrive in time after he was briefed by his commanders in a meeting out on the field.

they encountered severe weather for which they were poorly prepared.

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