jan 1, 1848 - Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Description:
- sets Rio Grande as the southern border of Texas- Mexican Cession: US acquires California and New Mexico for $15 million
- promises citizenship to Mexicans living in the newly acquired land (though they often will be treated as second-class citizens)
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1848
Now
~ 177 years ago