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Who was the president at the time of the war?
James K. Polk
What was it called that the president believed the U.S. had which would expand their territory to the Pacific Ocean?
"Manifest Destiny"
Where was Stephen Kearny sent to?
He was sent to New Mexico.
When did the war against Mexico break out?
In May 1846
What annexation did the war stem from?
The annexation of Texas in 1845
Who was the General of the U.S. troops that the Mexican cavalry attacked in April 1846?
General Zachary Taylor
What was the event that started the war?
The skirmish along Rio Grande.
Where was John Fremont sent to?
He was sent to California
What year did the Mexican American war end?
It ended in 1848.
Why did General Taylor call for reinforcements?
The Mexican calvary attacked his troops, and about 16 men were wounded or killed.
Who was the colonel that was able to conquer the land north of Rio Grande with minimal resistance?
Colonel Stephen Watts Kearny
About how much land did Mexico lose after the U.S. had a series of victories?
Mexico lost close to 1/3 of its territory.
What areas did Mexico lose after the series of battles?
Present-day California, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico
What month did the Mexican American war end?
February of 1848
Did the Mexican government meet with John Slidell?
No they did not, the Mexican government refused to meet with them.
Who was the standby general that Mexico turned to after they suffered many casualties?
What state tried to join the U.S. after gaining their independence from Mexico in 1836?
Texas
Where was Zachary Taylor sent to?
He was sent to Rio Grande.
What month did Stephen Kearny lead his troops into Santa Fe New Mexico?
August of 1846
Why was President Polk so determined to acquire the land?
He believed in the U.S. having Manifest Destiny.
Who was the general that took over the city of Veracruz and led his troops towards Mexico City?
General Winfield Scott
What was the Treaty called that ended the war?
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
What areas was Winfield Scott sent to? (Hint: there are two places)
He was sent to Vera Cruz and Mexico City.
What years did Zachary Taylor serve as the 12th president of the U.S.?
He served from 1849-1850.
Why did President Polk ask congress for an official declaration of war?
He asked for declaration of war because "Mexico had shed American blood on American soil".