Flashcards on Mexican-American War

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When did the Mexican-American War begin?

1846

Which two countries were involved in the Mexican-American War?

Mexico and the United States

What event led to the start of the Mexican-American War?

The annexation of Texas by the United States

Who was the U.S. president during the Mexican-American War?

James K. Polk

Which treaty ended the Mexican-American War?

Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

What were the main causes of the Mexican-American War?

Border disputes and the desire for territorial expansion

How long did the Mexican-American War last?

Almost two years

Which territory did the United States gain as a result of the Mexican-American War?

California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and parts of Colorado, Wyoming, Kansas, and Oklahoma

What impact did the Mexican-American War have on the native populations?

The war led to the displacement and loss of land for many Native American tribes.

Which battle during the Mexican-American War is considered a turning point?

Battle of Buena Vista

Who led the Mexican forces during the Mexican-American War?

General Antonio López de Santa Anna

Which treaty established the Rio Grande as the border between Mexico and the United States?

Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

What was the impact of the Mexican-American War on the United States?

The war increased tensions between the North and the South over the issue of slavery.

Which battle marked the final major engagement of the Mexican-American War?

Battle of Chapultepec

How did the Mexican-American War affect the relationship between Mexico and the United States?

The war strained relations between the two countries for many years.

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How long did the Mexican-American War last?



Which territory did the United States gain as a result of the Mexican-American War?



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Which battle during the Mexican-American War is considered a turning point?



Who led the Mexican forces during the Mexican-American War?



Which treaty established the Rio Grande as the border between Mexico and the United States?



How did the Mexican-American War affect the relationship between Mexico and the United States?




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