Essay on The Mexican-American War

The Mexican War was viewed as one of the most controversial wars in United States history. Originating from the annexation of Texas, or the lack thereof in Mexico’s eyes, the final spark to cause the war was an incident between soldiers of both countries in disputed land. Both Mexico and the US claimed to have been provoked by the other, and that they were only protecting their country. Many US citizens argued the war, as it appeared President Polk was using it for reasons other than self defense. By going to war with Mexico, the US faced the possibility of gaining much more of Mexico’s land and extending slavery in the country. The United States' decision to go to war with Mexico was based on a desire to extend slavery, to gain land they had

The Mexican-American War was incorrectly named; it was not simply Americans vs Mexicans, but a war between opinions. America’s war with Mexico: a war for land, for the sake of Manifest Destiny, or perhaps, a war to be started and ended in victory by… a thief. This war was supported and criticized by Americans and Mexicans alike. Manifest Destiny was a belief that it was God’s Plan to for America to expand to the Pacific Ocean, and a very controversial belief, at that. Before this war of opinions, the US already created a tense relationship with its neighbor by providing aid to the Texas Rebellion, and later annexing Texas. The United States was not Justified in going to war with Mexico because Texas was signed over, with no extra land, America was obviously itching to go to war, and settlers agreed to become Mexican citizens in the first place

The United States of America has been through many wars, wars concerning many things such as land oil, pride and respect. However, when the United States went to war with Mexico, it was planned over greed. The Mexican- American war was a war provoked by the United States, in efforts to expand the coasts of the country. Mexico was a small under privileged country who had previously to the war had already lost part of their country (Texas). Needless to say this war was cut throat and violent, it was however one of the smartest business decisions America has ever made.

The Battle of Palo Alto was the first major battle of the Mexican-American War. The Mexican Army of the North engaged the United States Army of Occupation on a prairie near current day Brownsville, Texas. The conflict took place on May 8th, 1846 and was followed the next by the Battle of Resaca de la Palma, about five miles south. Both battles took place in an area of disputed ownership and, depending on the side, were on the only battles on American soil.

The Battle of San Juan Hill July 1, 1898 was one of the bloodiest battles of The Spanish American War. The battle of San Juan Hill also known as San Juan Heights was of strategic importance because it permitted the Americans to place guns above the harbor at Santiago. The gun positions overlooking the harbor prevented the Spanish Navy from escaping which ultimately led to their land forces surrendering shortly after the loss of San Juan Hill. (United States History)

War is caused by conflict between two nations whose opinions contradict. The Mexican war was caused due to disagreements between the United States and Mexico. These disagreements and events leading up to the war, including the annexation of Texas was what caused the Mexican War to break out. The Mexicans wanted to fight back for their land that was taken away and the Americans wanted to protect their country. Mexico and the U.S. had contrasting opinions on the causes of war and the Annexation of Texas, which caused internal and external conflicts within the two countries.

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Throughout American history, a number of battles come to hold iconic positions in the shaping of this great nation: Lexington and Concord, the Battle of Bunker Hill, the Alamo, Gettysburg, Belleau Wood, Pearl Harbor, Guadalcanal, Iwo Jima and the Battle of the Bulge, just to name a few. When the Spanish-American War of is thought of, the Battle of San Juan Hill undoubtedly comes to mind. Americans think of the great sacrifices throughout the fight. They think of Teddy Roosevelt charging up San Juan hill, leading his Rough Riders to a miraculous victory. They remember this all-American combination of valiant cowboys, Ivy Leaguers, Pawnee Scouts, polo players and New York City policemen

{The Mexican War’s causes date as far back as 1821, when Mexico declared independence from Spain. The Mexican government then allowed American immigrants to settle Texas to increase population. The new Texans however, did not want to be under Mexico’s control, and revolted. After several battles, the most famous being the Alamo, Texas was an independent country in 1836. However, tension between Mexico and America rose after America annexed Texas in 1844, the year President Polk, a believer in Manifest Destiny, won the election.

This war was a key point in our nation’s history and a major factor in the establishment of the state of Texas. The most notable event culminated in this revolution include the fears of the Mexican Congress. The Battle of Gonzales was short lived and ended with the retreat of the Mexicans with one casualty. The quest for Texas independence was just underway as a result of this initial battle.

Mexican soldiers advanced in four successive waves, with cavalry standing by in a ring outside the fray, waiting to round up any who attempted to escape. Three hours later, it was over. Nevertheless very few Texians were spared. Those who weren't killed were either women or children. The Mexican losses exceeded the entire Texian force: about 300 dead and more than 500 wounded.

For the first time, Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant met and worked with each other during the Mexican–American War. Both Lee and Grant participated in Scott's march from the coastal town of Vera Cruz to Mexico City. Grant gained wartime experience as a quartermaster, Lee as an engineer who positioned troops and artillery. Both did their share of actual fighting. At Vera Cruz, Lee earned a commendation for "greatly distinguished" service. Grant was among the leaders at the bloody assault at Molino del Rey, and both soldiers were among the forces that entered Mexico City. Close observations of their commanders constituted a learning process for both Lee and Grant. The Mexican–American War concluded on February 2,

Pedro (1921) discusses that Santa Anna admitted to the Mexican government that one of the key elements of defeat for the Mexican troops was the relaxed oversight of their encampment, which allowed for the close proximity of the enemy, and entrapment on either side of the Mexican troops. Santa Anna would later note that the failure of the Mexican army was the perception of the Mexican soldiers regarding the Texans, and refused to take due diligence over monitoring their environment, however, Pedro (1921) attributes these aspects to Santa Anna himself and not the men of the Mexican

The Mexican-American war was a war fought over the annexation of Texas and where the Mexican-American border should be placed. The war sparked conflict over many other issues such as slavery, the justification of the war, and even formed the foundation of what would later come as the Civil War. Many people argued the topic of slavery in the Mexican-American war. There was a question of whether or not slavery should be legal in areas won by the United States.

The United States forces were able to start a blockade of the city after victory in the Battle of San Juan Hill. The battle, the bloodiest of the war, was made famous by the participation of Theodore Roosevelt’s “Rough Riders regiment” The Spanish naval forces were then weak and were defeated while trying to escape the city’s harbor, which was being blockaded by the United States Naval forces.