The Mexican War
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The Mexican War is one of the most critical events in United States history because it changed domestic political and foreign policy forever. In addition, the issues that provoked the Mexican War, e.g., the expansion of slavery along with the expansion of United States territory, made a significant contribution to the coming of the Civil War.
•What were the causes of the Mexican War?
•Why did the United States win such an easy and decisive military victory over Mexico?
Consider the questions above and compose a response to the following two questions as your initial post:
•What internal political issues arose as the United States tried to incorporate the newly annexed territories into the American national system?
•How did these issues contribute to the coming of the Civil War?
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