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1846-1848: Mexican-American War & British Developments

By LuzEstradaVivanco

  • First skirmish between U.S. and Mexican forces near the Rio Grande.

    First skirmish between U.S. and Mexican forces near the Rio Grande.

  • The U.S. Congress officially declares war on Mexico.

    The U.S. Congress officially declares war on Mexico.

  • Battle of Monterrey: The U.S. captures Monterrey after intense fighting.

    Battle of Monterrey: The U.S. captures Monterrey after intense fighting.

  • Battle of Buena Vista—General Zachary Taylor repels Santa Anna’s forces.

    Battle of Buena Vista—General Zachary Taylor repels Santa Anna’s forces.

  • U.S. forces land at Veracruz in the first major amphibious assault in U.S. history.

    U.S. forces land at Veracruz in the first major amphibious assault in U.S. history.

  • Battles of Contreras and Churubusco.

    Battles of Contreras and Churubusco.
    U.S. forces advance toward Mexico City.

  • U.S. troops enter Mexico City, effectively ending major combat.

    U.S. troops enter Mexico City, effectively ending major combat.

  • The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed, officially ending the war.

    The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed, officially ending the war.
    Territorial Changes: Mexico cedes California, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, and other lands to the U.S.