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American History.United States: General History and Description.Revolution to the Civil War, 1775/1783-1861.
the capture of Mexico City Mexican War, 1846-1848.

The Mexican American War
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Chronology of Events and BattlesChronology of Events and Battles March 6, 1836 Mexican troops led by General Santa Anna defeated a small garrison of Americans at the Alamo. April 23, 1846 Mexico declared war on the United States. February 2, 1848 The U.S. and Mexico signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, officially ending the war.
Flags of the Mexican WarFlags of the Mexican War
What Mexico Ceded to the United StatesWhat Mexico Ceded to the United States as a Result of the War The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo (signed on February 2, 1848) required Mexico to give up the Rio Grande region, New Mexico, and California, for which the United States paid Mexico $15 million.
Winfield ScottWinfield Scott entered the Army as a Captain of Artillery in 1808, earned distinction during the War of 1812, led the campaign that captured Mexico City during the Mexican War, and became only the second man ever to hold the rank of Lieutenant-General in 1852.
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