Mexican American War Case Study

The war between the United States and Mexico was the first foreign battle the US had fought in as a nation. It was also the first war fought on enemy land. In 1836 Texas won its independence from Mexico. Three times, the US wanted annexation for Mexico and three times it was denied due to the impression of slavery. In 1845 Texas was claimed as a state and because of that Mexico broke all diplomatic relations with the United States. The Mexican-American War was fought between the United States and Mexico between April 1846 and February 1848. The US claimed that the dispute started over the annexation of Texas and other territories they wanted. However, it was also claimed that the US went to war to spread slavery not for the expansion of land,

The Mexican American War began on April 25, 1846. The war lasted two years losing many men on both sides. The Mexican war was the third major fought by the United States. In 1810, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla triggers the beginning of Mexico’s fight for independence from Spain. Mexico gained its independence in 1821 after a long and bloody revolution against Spain. For Mexico, the war between them and the United States was a fight to keep their institutions and national integrity intact, to protect themselves from present and future aggressions by the Americans, but more than anything else, the war was a struggle for land. In the early days of the republic, most Americans made their living by farming, so in 1803

Mexico and the United States are countries that have several aspects to relate and compare the differences that exist between them. Each country has its own characteristics, and is a way of being able to identify to other countries. In this case, Mexico and United States are independent parents with an extensive history where we can know aspects of each one of them. Mexico is characterized by being a country of religious traditions and U.S. for being the first world power. In addition to the above, it is important to highlight the differences existing between the countries of Mexico and United Stated as well as their similarities.

The border between the United States and Mexico consists of 1,952 miles of land border that divides a “first” world and “third” world nation. Any border is an environment of opportunity. People flock to borders around the world to exploit the regions’ resources and people. There are always plenty of people at the borders of nations to build large factories, or to traffic narcotics and weapons into neighboring nations.

Throughout American History, started from Jamestown Americans started to settle upon Native American land by wiping them out or forcing them to move west. By 1846 throughout 1848, Americans approach Mexican territory’s land which they were eager to conquer and Manifest Density that was unstoppable and a goal for the United States. The conflict was the Mexicans weren 't going to give up their land because of a selfish belief and were provoked to go to war against a stronger nation. A war broke out known as the Mexican-American War.

James Polk wanted to go to war? Was this really true? In 1821 mexico declared the country free from Spain. James K. Polk, the U.S. president and a strong supporter of Manifest Destiny, wanted Texas and also had an eye for California. Polk wanted one of these two big pieces of land to follow through with Manifest Destiny, which was a belief to expand their land to the Pacific Ocean. In July 1845 Polk sent down American troops and his messenger , John Slidell, to attempt to buy a big part of the mexican country. This angered the Mexicans so on May 9th, 1846 mexican soldiers fired at the Americans on the Texas side of the Rio Grande which both countries thought were their soil. Did the U.S. have a good reason in going to war with Mexico?

Was the Mexican American War wrong or justified? The Mexican American war began because of the Texas annexation and end because of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. Although the United States war against Mexico may be viewed as controversial, the war was just due to Texas, the Mexican government, and Violence toward Americans.

How would you feel if you were invited into another country to become a slave. How would you feel if you had to produce crops and create a country that didn't even have the same beliefs as you? Did you know that in 1821 Americans were invited by Mexicans to farm and make money. Did you also know that Mexicans anti-slaved Americans that weren't even catholic. Yes, the United States was justified in going to war with Mexico because Mexico invited America into Mexico to make them slaves, to make them farmers, and make their country wealthier.

military during the war, but those other assets were not accessible to the U.S. in the war. The U.S. would have had more casualties and built blind plans of attack without HUMINT. Leaders were smart enough to incorporate HUMINT to strategically plan and maneuver the troops, giving the U.S. the victory of the Mexican American War. The U.S. would not have won the war if leaders had not utilized their intelligence for strategic planning. With the U.S. losing the war, there would have been more casualties and the U.S. would not have gained California, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Wars and Revolutions happen all around the world. Every war and revolution started because of its own reasons. Some are to gain power, land or freedom. One revolution that stands out to me was the Mexican War of independence. It started in 1810 and ended 1821.

The country of Mexico has a rich history full of diverse cultures and many unique traditions; because of this, Mexico has been traditionally among one of the most visited countries in the world. However, when discussing the country there are several concerns that jump to forefront of any conversation. Such concerns include homeland security, immigration, and drug control. Mexico has many pockets of poverty, lack of sufficient health care, quality education, and low unemployment rates. These factors combined will make for a tough living environment, and it is no secret that many Mexicans feel that they have one of two options, resort to crime (gangs and drug cartels), or find a way into the U.S. in search of better opportunities. The succeeding assessment will not only discuss these topics, but also go in depth on how these issues will impact the Mexico and U.S. relationship going forward.

Mexican grew up believing that the United States is a partner to embrace new economic models and trade. But now, Mexican and U.S are facing a lot of challenges without the doubt. Newly elected President Donald Trump signed an order to begin construction of a wall between the two countries; the United States and Mexico. Since after Polk era there was no any war between the United States and Mexico. President

NORTHCOM must reassess its role in providing regional security for the United States. It is not able to fulfill its mandate as the “only US organization focused on homeland security.” (NORTHCOM Strategic Vision, 5) This is evident with the increase in violence within Mexico due to Transnational Organized Crime (TOCs) and Drug Trafficking Organizations (DTOs) since the creation of NORTHCOM. (Beittel, 19) NORTHCOM failed to establish a State Partnership Program with Mexico. This is a lost opportunity to improve Mexico’s capabilities and capacity to fight criminal organizations.

The United States has led the fight against criminal activities from Mexican borders for many years. Criminal activities along the United States and Mexican border range from drug trafficking, human smuggling and an economy that disruptive. These are illegal activities scholars have argued could lead to the failure of Mexico as a country and the spread of violence to the United States. The illegal activities are not only a threat to the economy of Mexico and United States but also to the rest of the world due the impacts associated. The border between Mexico and US is of essential significance because it provides the link between the two countries. The border provides passageways through which either country can access the other via land or air means. Although the border is of significance to both countries, smuggling of drugs and trafficking human are main causes of violence between the countries. Drug cartels in Mexico smuggle drugs into the United States and this drives a war between them and the US government. The economy and the peace between Mexico and US is also affected significantly due to the illegal activities. To minimize the violence caused by these illegal activities, the US government need to act against the activities. The United States needs to increase the economic aid and military intervention to Mexico to fight the drug cartels, otherwise it could become a failed state; spreading more violence across the US border.

The United States and Mexico share a land border that runs 1,989 miles, but the relationship between the two countries spreads well beyond the physical boundaries of land and water. In terms of legal and regulated trade, Mexico is the third largest trade partner for the United States, making up roughly 13% of all international commerce. However, Mexico would rank much higher in terms of U.S. trade partners if illegal drug trade were to be factored in. In the Department of Justice’s 2009 report, it was estimated that Mexican drug cartels see a profit of $39 million, annually. Illegal drug trade has had an enormous impact on the security of the border and the formation of the relationship between the United States and Mexico. Illegal immigration,