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Mexican American War
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Texas Admitted to the Union
President John Tyler signs congressional resolution for the annexation of Texas. -
US Tried to Buy Land (Sidel and Polk)
President James K. Polf sends John Slidell to try and buy New Mexico and California -
US Troops Stationed at Disputed Border
General Taylor's Troops march to the Rio Grande, the disputed border. -
US Declares War
President Polk asks congress to declare war upon Mexico -
Battle of Monterey
To blockade Mexico Taylors troops invade the city and defeat General Pedro de Ampudia. This victory helps recruit troops back in the U.S. -
Mexico City Surrendered
U.S. conquers Mexico City -
Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo
Trist and Negotiators agree to the Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo and is hurriedly moved to Washington
