Lesson 77 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPThe Mexican-American War
The Mexican-American War took place between 1846 and 1848, primarily over territorial disputes following the annexation of Texas by the United States.
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The Mexican-American War took place between 1846 and 1848, primarily over territorial disputes following the annexation of Texas by the United States. This war resulted in significant losses for Mexico and led to the U.S. gaining large areas of land, including California, Arizona, and New Mexico. The war played a major role in shaping the borders of the United States and its relationship with Mexico.
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The Mexican-American War lasted from 1846 to 1848.
It was sparked by the annexation of Texas by the U.S.
The U.S. gained territories like California and New Mexico after the war.
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