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What forced the Mexican government to surrender to America at the end of the War with Mexico?
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How did US gain control of large amount of Mexican territory?
First, America annexed the Republic of Texas, after it had won its independence from Mexico. Then, after Mexico refused to sell what is now the southwest of the United Stages, America sent troops to disputed territory, prompting military retaliation from Mexico, causing the Mexican War. After forcing Mexico's surrender, the US then paid half of its original offer for the territories of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada, and California. Within a year, the California Gold Rush began.
What Battle ended the Mexican War?
The Battle of Chapultepec. It was a castle built by the Spanish and used as a military academy by the Mexicans. Chapultepec was the last obstacle on the road between Vera Cruz and Mexico City, and its fall convinced the Mexican government to surrender.
One cause of the Mexican war was the Mexican government's insistence that?
the Nueces River was the border between Mexico and the United States.
Why did mexico change from unlimited to limited government after the mexican revolution?
The dictator was killed.
What was a reason US settlers in Texas wanted their independence?
They were against Miguel Barragán's abolition of the Mexican Constitution and his replacement of Mexico's federal government with a centralist government in 1835.
What was the Mexican War really about?
The United States annexed new territory in former Mexico, and the Mexican government did not recognize it. Eventually, it came to violence until US forces captured the Mexican capital and forced them to surrender and agree to US terms.
Should you have Chinese or Mexican food?
Mexican because it comes from the country of Mexico. Hispanic refers to Mexico, Spain, Central America, and South America.
What country's fought in the mexican-american war?
Mexico, and America
Who was in charge of the Mexico government during the revolution?
The federal government. In fact, the Mexican Revolution (1910-1921) was a struggle between the government and the Mexican people.
What document describes the government and laws in Mexico?
The Mexican Constitution.
How did US gain control of large amount of Mexican territory?
First, America annexed the Republic of Texas, after it had won its independence from Mexico. Then, after Mexico refused to sell what is now the southwest of the United Stages, America sent troops to disputed territory, prompting military retaliation from Mexico, causing the Mexican War. After forcing Mexico's surrender, the US then paid half of its original offer for the territories of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada, and California. Within a year, the California Gold Rush began.
Which states were given to America after the Mexican - American War?
The Mexican States of Alta California and Nuevo Mexico.
Can a American woman marry a Mexican man in Mexico?
yes, if their in america
What is your heritage if your father is from Mexico and your mother from the US of America?
You are Mexican-American.
What is the name of the people from Mexico and central America?
Mexican and Central Americans.
Does Mexico have a prime minister?
No. The Mexican president is both head of state and head of government.
When did mexico come to america?
After the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) when a defeated Mexico was forced to cede several states, including northern New Mexico. This is known as the Mexican Cession.
