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What is the meaning of a wetback?
"Wetback" is an old term used to identify a person that arrived illegally in the the U.S. from Mexico by perhaps swimming the Rio Grande River. Name came about from people swimming across the Rio Grande river to illegally enter the USA. Hence the name "Wetbacks"
What river did general Urrea cross to enter Texas?
rio grande
What river on the southern border would Mexicans have to cross to get into Texas?
The Big River...or in Spanish: el Rio Grande.
Why is the Rio Grande River a major issue between the united States and Mexico?
They fought over the definition of the Texas-Mexico border. The Americans stated it was defined by the Rio Grande River, while the Mexicans believed it was the Nueces River. Skirmishes along the Nueces Strip between American and Mexican troops resulted in American blood shed. This was used by president Polk to start the Mexican-American War (1846-1848).
What are three ways Mexicans as well as Central Americans and South Americans can cross the border illegally?
1) Through the desert (e.g. Arizona, New Mexico, California) 2) Across the Rio Grande River (Texas) 3) By boat (Gulf of Mexico, Pacific Ocean)
Is Rio Grande a country or a river?
The Rio Grande is a river.
What river forms Texas southwest border?
Rio Grande River
What southwest river is a major source of water for people in two countries?
Colorado and/or Rio Grande
What river forms at the boundary between Texas and Mexico?
The Rio Grande
What natural boundary or physical feature separate Texas from Mexico?
The Rio Grande river. The Rio Grande, or Big Rivernew london
If a river does not have a shallow place how can people cross the river?
By a bridge
Why are Mexicans called wet backs?
This derogatory term refers to immigrants - mostly of Mexican origin - who enter the United States illegally, specially into Texas by crossing the Rio Grande River.
