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Prior to becoming a state New Mexico was home to many people including Native Americans. The state was also explored and colonized by Spain. There was also many revolts and wars. Then it became Mexican territory.

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Yes, before the Mexican-American War (1856-1848), New Mexico was part of the territories owned by Mexico.

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It was a province of New Spain, then a Mexican State, a US Territory and finally it became a US State in 1912.

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Yes, New Mexico was a US Territory for more than 60 years before it became a US State.

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It was part of Canada,so it wasn't a state yet

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Yes. Even after 1848, the southern Mesilla Valley was still part of Mexico. It wasn't until 1853 that the Gadsden Purchase made this region to change hands.

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Yes. Even after 1848, the southern Mesilla Valley was still part of Mexico. It wasn't until 1853 that the Gadsden Purchase made this region to change hands.

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