Mexican War 1846-1848
Texas War for Independence Primary source documents motives for independence The issue of slavery Battle of the Alamo Texas annexed by the United States in 1845
What started the war Texas was annexed in 1845 with support of President James K. Polk 1 month later Mexico breaks off relations with the US Major issue was debate over where the border of TX was
Troops Sent to the Border As a result of border dispute troops are sent into the disputed area Fighting (war) is becoming very likely US offers to buy CA and NM for 30 mil Mexico says no After a few months there is finally a skirmish with Mexican troops This is what Polk had been waiting for
US Declares War May 13, 1846 Polk convinces congress to declare war “American blood spread on American soil” Finally after much back and forth the seige of Mexico City happens General Winfield Scott captured Mexico City
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo Recognized Rio Grande as the new border New Mexico and California were ceded to the US 2/5 of Mexican territory US paid 15 mil to Mexico