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U.S. Army invades
The U.S. Army invades and captures New Mexico in the Mexican American War. -
The Revolt
U.S. forces suppress the Revolt of 1847 -
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
The Mexican American War ends with the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo -
Compromise of 1850
As part of the Compromise of 1850, New Mexico becomes a territory of the United States. -
Civil War begins
the Civil war begins confederate troops occupy southern new mexico