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Mexican American war
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Texas Admitted to the union
Texas is annexed to the union by president John Tyler -
US Tried to buy land (Sidel and Polk)
President Herrera is labled a traitor by newspapers because they think he is going to sell Mexicos northern territories. -
US troops stationed at disputed border
General Taylor marches his army into disputed territory. -
US declares war
Polk is asked by General Taylor to declare war. -
US victories
The Batlle of Buena, Taylor defeats Santa Anna -
Mexico City surrendered
US Army takes over Mexico City. -
Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo
Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo is signed.