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Texas Annexation
The aquisition of Texas that caused the Mexican American War and ended diplomatic relations between Mexico and the U.S. -
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Mexican-American War
The Mexican-American War was caused by the Texas
Annexation and lasted until February 2, 1848 -
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California Gold Rush
Gold is discovered in California and thousands of people flock there in order to gain riches -
Mexican Cession
The aquisition of the land that, today, makes up Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. -
First Meeting for Women's Suffrage
In Seneca Falls, New York, 100 people gathered for the the first meeting that was held for women's rights. They drafted a declaration of their grievances. Women's Rights -
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Women's Rights Movement
Women fought for the right to vote, gain better jobs, and have an equal education to men until 1920 when when the 19th amendment was passed, allowing women to vote. Even today, some believe that women are treated as inferior to males. -
Women Gain the Right to Vote
The 19th amendment is passed, giving women the right to vote in public elections.