Mexican-American War: 1846-1848
A border war that dramatically increased the size of the United States and made heroes of Zachary Taylor and Winfield Scott, here we examine the 1846-1848 conflict between the United States and Mexico.
Mexican-American War 101
A conflict that occurred as the result of Mexican resentment over the US annexation of Texas and a border dispute, the Mexican-American War represents the only major military dispute between the two nations. The war was fought primarily in northeastern and central Mexico and resulted in a decisive American victory. As a result of the war, Mexico was forced to cede its northern and western pr…
Mexican American War: Roots of the Conflict
An overview of the cause of the 1846-1848 war between the United States and Mexico.
An overview of the cause of the 1846-1848 war between the United States and Mexico.
Mexican-American War: Taylor's Campaign
An examination of US General Zachary Taylor's campaign in northeastern Mexico during the Mexican-American War.
An examination of US General Zachary Taylor's campaign in northeastern Mexico during the Mexican-American War.
Mexican-American War: War in the West
An overview of operations in far west during the Mexican American War.
An overview of operations in far west during the Mexican American War.
Mexican-American War: To the Halls of Montezuma
A history of US General Winfield Scott's 1847 campaign to capture Mexico City.
A history of US General Winfield Scott's 1847 campaign to capture Mexico City.
Mexican-American War: Aftermath & Legacy
A look at the aftermath and legacy of the Mexican-American War.
A look at the aftermath and legacy of the Mexican-American War.