The initial attempts to acquire Mexico and northern territories by the United States included diplomatic efforts, such as the annexation of Texas in 1845, and military actions during the Mexican-American War (1846-1848). The U.S. aimed to expand its territory under the doctrine of Manifest Destiny, believing it was destined to spread across the continent. The military campaign ultimately proved successful, leading to the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which resulted in the U.S. acquiring present-day California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and parts of Colorado and New Mexico. This expansion significantly increased U.S. territory but also intensified conflicts over slavery and indigenous rights.
They tried to buy the land as soon as Mexico became independent from Spain. Mexico however, refused. Only by the means of war could the U.S. acquire such territories.
Alaska
philipines
They still hold Guam and Puerto Rico as US Territories.
War was the chosen avenue with Spain.
underground railroad
yes
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The United States fought Mexico in the Mexican-American War from 1846 to 1848 to acquire the northern territories, including present-day California, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, and parts of Colorado and Wyoming. The conflict arose from disputes over annexation of Texas and territorial boundaries. The war concluded with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which formalized the territorial gains for the U.S.
Fruitless in negotiations and diplomacy, he achieved his aims through war.
People who believed that their country shouldn't acquire overseas subject territories.
No it was a stupid way to steal land from natives