Mexican American War
This war (1846-1848) ended with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and gave the U.S. control of New Mexico.
The Mexican-American War
This secret German message was sent to Mexico in 1917.
The Zimmerman Telegram
New Mexico officially became a U.S. state in this year.
1912
This famous outlaw was shot and killed in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, in 1881.
Billy the Kid
What happened in 1862?
Texas invaded New Mexico
After the war, New Mexico became this type of territory instead of a state.
U.S. Territory
Germany promised Mexico it would get back Texas, New Mexico, and this state.
New Mexico was the _ state admitted to the Union.
47th
What is the Lincoln County War?
A violent conflict between ranchers and merchants
This battle is often called "the Gettysburg of the West."
The Battle of Glorieta Pass
Many New Mexicans were promised their land rights would be protected under this treaty.
the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
The telegram was written by this German Foreign Minister.
Arthur Zimmerman
Why was New Mexico’s Statehood Delayed.
New Mexico’s diverse culture/language
Who was the sheriff who tracked down and killed Billy the Kid.
Pat Garrett
How did the Union stop the Confederate invasion?
Destroying the Confederate supply wagons
The war started partly because of a border dispute over this river.
The Rio Grande
Why were New Mexicans outraged by the telegram?
Their land was offered as a prize
What almost happened before 1912?
Arizona and New Mexico almost being one state
What was New Mexico like during the Wild West era?
Cattle drives, Outlaws, and gunfights
What happened to Santa Fe in 1862?
Captured by Confederate forces
Who led U.S. troops into Santa Fe in 1846 and claimed New Mexico for the United States without a major battle.
Stephen Kearny
The intercepted telegram helped convince the United States to.
Join WW1
Who signed New Mexico into statehood?
President William Howard Taft
What did the Santa Fe Trail bring.
Traders, Settlers, and trouble occasionally
How did New Mexicans support the Union?
Stayed loyal/raised 26 military units