Mexican-American War
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Updated: 28 Jan 2020
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the Anglo-American settlers of Texas
rebelled against the government of MexicoTexas is now an independent republicIn 1845 : President James K. Polk sent
diplomat John Slidell on a
secret mission to MexicoMexicans refused to consider the offerSlidell offer to the Mexicans up to
$25 million for their territories
in New Mexico and CaliforniaPresident Polk order U.S troops into disputed territory25 apr 1846 : Mexican cavalry attacked a patrol of American soldiersMexico replied by sending troops13 may 1846 : Congress voted to declare war
on Mexico by an overwhelming margin.14 jun 1846 : Americans take control of California
in the Bear Flag revolt2 february 1848 : Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo23 feb 1847 : General Taylor wins control of northern Mexico14 sep 1847 : Mexico City surrenders to General ScottPeriods
Mexican-American Warthe Republic of Texas was an independent country
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