25 apr 1846 anni - Mexican American War

Descrizione:

Description: After annexing Texas to the US, The US declared war on Mexico to acquire land

Causes:
-Southern states wanted to spread slavery
-Claim that American bloodshed by Mexicans
-Dispute over Texas border

Historical Impact:
-Settle Texas Boundary
-Acquisition of western lands including California
-Acess to Pacific
-Gold Rush in California
-Create idea of popular sovereignty