Mexican American War

Mexican American WarMexican American War. The United States Congress approved the declaration of war on Mexico 165 years ago today. The battle for land ownership caused political controversy and was a precursor to a war that divided America.
Mexican-American War origins
Texas won independence from Mexico in 1836. Mexico refused to recognize Texas' independence and threatened war if the

War on Mexico

War on MexicoWar on Mexico. The United States Congress approved the declaration of war on Mexico 165 years ago today. The battle for land ownership caused political controversy and was a precursor to a war that divided America.

Mexican-American War origins
Texas won independence from Mexico in 1836. Mexico refused to recognize Texas' independence and threatened war if the United States