Places
This river was the disputed border between Texas and Mexico, leading to the war.
Río Grande
He was the U.S. president during the Mexican-American War.
James K. Polk
The Mexican-American War began in this year.
1846
This battle was the first major U.S. victory, taking place in northern Mexico.
The war ended with this treaty.
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
The capture of this city by U.S. forces in 1847, marked the end of the war
Mexico City
This Mexican general and president led the defense against U.S. forces.
Antonio López de Santa Anna
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was signed in this year.
1848
This battle saw the famous defense of Chapultepec Castle by young Mexican cadets.
Battle of Chapultepec
The U.S. gained this present-day state along with California and others.
Texas
This Mexican port city was besieged and captured by U.S. forces in 1847.
Veracruz
This U.S. general led the invasion of central Mexico and captured Mexico City.
Winfield Scott?
This month and day mark the start of the war
April 25
This was the final battle of the war before Mexico City fell.
Battle of Molino del Rey
The U.S. paid this amount to Mexico as part of the treaty.
$15 million
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo officially set this river as the U.S.-Mexico border.
Río Grande
He was the U.S. general who won key victories in northern Mexico, including Buena Vista.
He was the U.S. general who won key victories in northern Mexico, including Buena Vista.
This year saw the Battle of Buena Vista, one of the most significant battles.
1847
This battle was a major victory for the U.S. in northern Mexico in February 1847.
Battle of Buena Vista
This term refers to the belief that the U.S. was destined to expand across the continent.
Manifest Destiny
This modern-day U.S. state was mostly fought over during the early war.
Texas
This student from the Militar Mexican College, supposedly jumped from a risk with the mexican flag around his body
Juan Escutia
The U.S. officially took control of California in this year.
1848
This important port in Mexico was attacked by American forces at the start of the war.
Veracruz
What percentage of territory did Mexico lose after the war?
Over 50%