Mexican-American War
What was the treaty that resulted from the Mexican-American War?
The Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo
How many Native Americans were there in California in 1852?
24,000
When did General Vallejo die?
January 18, 1890
What was the secret group made of neomexicanos
Las Gorras Blancas
Who would be the most richest country if the Mexican-American War did not occur?
Mexico
When did American forces capture Mexico City?
September of 1847
How many Native Americans were there in California in 1840?
150,000
Who was known as the Robin Hood of the West?
Joaquin Murrieta
How many members were believed to be in Las Gorras Blancas
700-1,500
What is the GDP of Mexico right now?
1.15 trillion
When did Polk ask Congress to start a war with Mexico?
May 11th 1846
How many Native Americans lived in California in 2010?
360,000
How much did California offer to have Joaquin dead or alive?
$5,000
Who did Las Gorras Blancas target?
Commercial ranchers, merchants, and timber and tie operators
Who pushed for Mexican indigenous rights?
Benito Juárez
What was the justification for the American government to start the war?
Mexican soldiers had entered American territory and opened fire.
How many Hispanics lived in California in 2010?
14 million
What fictional character was inspired by Joaquin Murrieta?
Zoro
What was the goal of Las Gorras Blancas
Scare off immigrants and save their land
What institution would have been outlawed if the Mexican-American war did not happen?
Slavery
What were two reason for Americans going to war with Mexico
Manifest Destiny and more slave states and fertile land for the southerners.
How many Hispanics lived in Texas in 2010?
10 million
What town was founded by General Vallejo?
Sonoma
Where did Las Gorras Blancas operate in?
Santa Fe and San Miguel regions
Which state in the United States has the highest GDP?
California