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Mexico
Mexico is a country on the southern tip of North America. Not to be confused with the US State of New Mexico, it is home of ancient Aztec and Maya civilizations. Also known for Tequila, Mariachis, Cancun and Los Cabos, this is the place to ask anything related to Mexico.
16,001 Questions
Where was Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna from?
Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna was a Mexican president and general. He played a key role in the Texas Revolution and the founding of the Mexican Republic.
He was Mexico's dictator.
The President of Mexico on 11 non consecutive occasions.
He was loved and he was hated.
He was pro Spain and anti Independence.
He was pro Independence and anti Spain.
He was pro Empire and Anti Empire.
He was a self promoter and a manipulator.
He was a hero and a villain.
How much carbs is in guacamole?
Actually, quite a few.
There are about 91 calories in 1/4 cup of guacamole.
Why did Mexicans come to America?
1- Because The United States is viewed worldwide as a highly desirable destination by would-be migrants
2- High economic incentives like higher pay than they would typically receive in their former country,
3- Uneven economies resulting on laborers moving to where they could find jobs.
Mexico and USA share a border length of 3,169 km (1,969 miles).
4- We love "gueritas " in their natural habitat.
Does Louisiana share a border with Mexico?
No. The US states bordering Mexico include California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.
Louisiana, however, has shores on the Gulf of Mexico.
Why did President James Polk ask Congress to declare war on Mexico?
President John Polk wanted Congress to declare war on Mexico because he felt that they were a continued menace and invaded the territory causing bloodshed on fellow citizens. Scholars, however, felt that Polk had provoked the war as part of a land grab.
Why did the Mexican Army set out for Texas?
Spain came to the area in the 1500's and colonized the southwest. This resulted in the Native Americans of the area and the Spanish mixing into one culture. In the 1700's Mexico took over the southwest. So, as you can see " Mexicans didn't come to Texas" they were all ready there. Texas came to them. It was southern American's who came to the area we call Texas because they were afraid that slavery would be outlawed in the states.
The Wilmot Proviso qualifies as such. It however, was one of the leading causes of the American Civil War (1861-1865)
Where is Mexico located in relation to the US?
Mexico is located South of the United States. It shares a border with the states of California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. The Rio Grande also divides Texas and Mexico.
How many miles is it from Poland to Mexico?
distance from Krakow to Iraq 1703 miles from Warsaw to Iraq 1755 miles from Lodz to Iraq 1789 miles from Wroclaw to Iraq 1849 miles (source: timeanddate.com) == ==
When were territorial days in New Mexico?
Colonial New Mexico was part of the Texas and Mexican territory. At the time, it was ruled by Spain under the direction of Coronado. Coronado was a ruthless leader searching for and robbing the people of their gold.
The economies of the US Canada and Mexico have become increasingly?
Integrated, as a single economic block.
How did the Texas war for independence differ from the US Mexican war?
The war for Texas Independence involved a Mexican State (Tejas) breaking away from its parent and seeking Independence.
The Mexican American War involved two Soverign Nations going to War.
Who leader in the Mexican revolution opposed Americans interests in Mexico?
The leader was Pancho Villa.
How did Hernando Cortes gain control of Mexico?
Through sheer power. He had the weapons and they weren't ready for him. The Spanish also brought old world disease to the new world and there was no immunity to what they brought. People got sick and died. They did fight him, but he was too advanced for them. He had only 550 Spaniards, some 250 Indians, 12-15 horses, and 10 brass guns. When he landed in San Juan de Ulma messengers from Montezuma reached him. He arrived in Mexico on Nov. 8, 1519 and took Montezuma prisoner and had him submit to Spain. There were over 300,000 in population at this time. The Mexicans did try to fight him and actually hated him, but he also got help from some of the native tribes he conquered .
Was the US justified in going to war with Mexico in 1846?
The answer is no. American presidents John Tyler (term 1841-1845) and James K. Polk (term 1845-1849) wished to extend the US territories to the Pacific coast and consolidate what they saw as the "Manifest Destiny" of the country. US interests had expanded in California and its leaders sought to acquire it by any means necessary. The American settlers in Texas had already split off from Mexico and established a republic since 1836. Its annexation as a US state in 1846 led to border conflicts that quickly escalated into war.
Background to the war
When Mexico won its independence from Spain in 1821, the territories it possessed included Mexico, most of Central America (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica) as well as today's US States of California, Nevada, Utah, Texas and parts of Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming.
Due to the extremely low population for such territorial extension (estimated at only 12 million in 1824), Mexico relaxed its immigration policies and allowed American settlers to help populate the northern territories. The conditions to settle were simple: 1) to pledge allegiance to Mexico and 2) observe Mexican laws and customs. In 1830, these laws incorporated the banning of slavery. As many American settlers in such territories were slave owners, they looked for a pretext to secede from Mexican control.
In 1835, Mexican President Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna took measures to transform Mexico from a Federal Republic to a Centralist Republic. This move prompted both Yucatan and Texas to secede from Mexico. Santa Anna's government invaded both regions. While Yucatan was regained, Texas defeated Santa Anna and his armies and became a separate republic in 1836. As is the case with today's mainland China and Taiwan, Mexico saw Texas as a rebellious province to be reincorporated at a later time -- preferably by diplomatic means, but by force if necessary. The Mexican government warned the United States that annexation would mean war.
Texas Annexation
By this time, US President John Tyler had learned of California and its riches. In a letter to Tyler, American Plenipotentiary Minister in Mexico, Waddy Thompson, Jr. wrote :
"As to Texas I regard it as of very little value compared with California, the richest, the most beautiful and the healthiest country in the world... with the acquisition of Upper California we should have the same ascendancy on the Pacific... France and England both have had their eyes upon it."
Tyler believed in Manifest Destiny, a term which meant the annexation of all North America into the United States. He didn't believe in Texas but coveted the other territories west of Louisiana, California being the "Crown Jewel". He eventually pushed for annexation of Texas, offering it admission to the Union on March 1, 1845. His successor, President James K. Polk, ratified the admission on December 29 of that year. These moves had much potential to lead to war with Mexico, and ultimately did so.
The War Begins
Faced with the likelihood that Texas would be lost forever, the Mexican government deposed its president and refused to negotiate with US envoy John Slidell, who had been sent to broker a purchase of the lands. When a US patrol was attacked between the Nueces and Rio Grande Rivers, the US declared war on Mexico, on May 13, 1846. But the first major battles had already taken place between May 3 and 9 at Fort Texas and at Brownsville on the Rio Grande.
How many years was Pancho villa governor of Chihuahau Mexico?
Villa was the governor of chihuahau from 1913 - 1914.
What was Hernan Cortes claim to fame?
Hernando Cortes became famous for being a Spanish conquistador and explorer who defeated the Aztec empire and claimed Mexico for Spain. He set sail for the New World at the age of 19, and joined an expedition to Cuba later in life.
What were the similarities and differences between the American and Mexican revolution?
The Mexican and American Revolutions differences are:
Mexican Revolution: American Revolution:
*originaly rulled by Spain *originaly rulled by Spain
*Rebelled against Spain *Rebelled against Britain
*Hidalgo lead the army *Washington lead them
*faught in the US *Faught in Mexico
Why were US troops sent to Mexico during the Mexican revolution?
The US invaded Mexico first during the Occupation of Veracruz (April 12, 1914 - November 23, 1914) and then during a "punitive expedition" (March 14, 1916 - February 7, 1917) to catch Francisco "Pancho" Villa.
Was Christopher Columbus ever in Mexico?
Christopher Columbus only landed on the mainland on his fourth and last voyage. He spent two months exploring the coasts of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica, before arriving in Almirante Bay, Panama.
Who was the Mexican Army commander at the Battle of Resaca de la Palma?
Martín Perfecto de Cos was the commander of the Mexican Army.
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Were California Arizona New Mexico and Texas ever a part of Mexico?
When Mexico won its independence from Spain in 1821, all the territories it possessed included Mexico, most of Central America (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica) as well as today's US States of California, Nevada, Utah, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, and parts of Colorado and Wyoming.
So basically, New Mexico was part of Mexico, until the Mexican-America war
What was the spanish American war called in Mexico?
Invasion Estadounidense de Mexico or: American invasion of Mexico
What are Mexicos current allies and enemies?
You should note that when international politics and diplomacy are involved, there are no real friends but different countries with common or diverging interests that more often than not, end up in 'friendly rivalries', contempt or even outright war.
That being said, it is neither. It is not ally, as both countries haven't signed any mutual-defense treaties such as NATO. It isn't an enemy either, as there haven't been any military confrontations between both countries for the last 93 years.
The US and Mexico are close business partners, and at least on paper, respect each other's interests, but that's it.
