048: The Mexican-American War: An Overview
This episode explores the complex history of the Mexican-American War and its lasting impact on North America. In it, we cover:
Spanish presence in North America and the formation of the United States
The Louisiana Purchase and its significance
Texas independence and annexation by the U.S.
Tensions leading to war between the U.S. and Mexico
Key battles and military campaigns, including:
The capture of Monterrey
The Bear Flag Revolt in California
The fall of Mexico City
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and its terms
The Gadsden Purchase
Learn how this conflict reshaped borders and led to…
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