The Mexican-American War
Key Takeaways A Conflict That Paved the Way for the Gold Rush and Territorial Expansion In the mid-1800s, a conflict erupted…
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo: Explore the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, signed in 1848, which officially ended the Mexican-American War. Learn about the treaty’s terms, including the Mexican Cession of vast territories to the United States, and its lasting impact on the borderlands, indigenous populations, and the relationship between the two countries.