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Texas Admitted to the Union
After separating themselves from the U.S, Texas admits themselves back to the Union. -
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Clarissa G's Mexican American War Timeline
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US tries to buy land from Mexico
President Polk sends John Slidell to Mexico to try and buy land from mexico but President Herrera decides not to meet with him. -
Us Troops Cross Disputed Border
Polk instructs Taylor to take his army down the Nueces River to the Rio Grande where they ended up in disputed territory which angers the Mexicans. -
US declare war on Mexico
Congress declares war on Mexico with 50,000 volunteers with the intent to intimidate Mexico. -
Col. Stephen Kearny leads army to add California to the US
Col. Stephen Kearny heads off to annex California to the US because the US reconizes the successful trade routes in California. -
Battle of Molino del Rey
US win this battle (led by General Scott) just outside of Mexico overpowering the population of their army by 6,500 soldiers. -
Mexico City surrenders
Without the ability to get military aid, the Mexicans decide to surrender. -
Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo
Congress enforces the Treaty of Guadelupe Hidalgo which allows more than half of of Mexico's territory to the US in exchange for $15 million.
