Causes
The idea that America was divinely ordained to expand from coast to coast
What is Manifest Destiny
Who was the President of Mexico during this time?
Who is Antonio López de Santa Anna
The first two battles of the war are referred to as what?
What is the Battle of Palo Alto
What land did the United States add after the war?
What is Texas, California, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado
Who was the President who pushed for the expansion of the United States?
Who is President James K. Polk
Who was the president of the United States during the Mexican American War?
Who is James K. Polk
This battle was led by General Kearny and Colonial Doniphson and captured New Mexico territory
What is the Battle of New Mexico
What treaty was signed that confirmed Mexico's surrender and land to the United States for $15 million?
What is the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
What occurred in December 1845 that increased the United States territory?
What is the United States annexation of Texas
Who is the General who commanded the Northern Campaign in the war?
Who is Zachary Taylor
This was the first battle where the U.S. had a successful water landing and under General Winfield Scott the city of Vera Cruz was forced to surrender
What is the Battle of Vera Cruz
What major issue did Americans face after the Mexican-American War
What is The reopening of slavery