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This purchase doubled the size of the United States. Spain had owned this land since 1762. It made up about 15 U.S. states. -
This was a war fought between the United States and Great Britain. It ended with both parties signing the Treaty of Ghent on December 24, 1814.
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This battle lasted until June 26,1832. This was the first true military conflict between Mexico and Texans in the Texas Revolution. The texans won this battle but lost about 8-10 men. -
This revolution started after many clashes between the Mexican government and Anglo- Americans in Texas. It resulted in Texas's independence from Mexico.
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Texas formed a separate government and prepared for war at the Alamo in San Antonio, TX. This was a 12 day siege. Davy Crockett died during this battle. -
The Declaration of Independence gave independence to Texas from Mexico in the Texas Revolution. It was adopted at the Convention of 1836. -
This was a war over western territories. It was sparked by the annexation of Texas. The United States army won.
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This war was between the northern and southern states in the U.S. This was caused by issues of slavery and rights of the states vs. the federal government.
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This battle lasted 3 days. This battle acted as a turning point of the war. The Union defeated the South's army. -
The United States was unprepared for this war. The sinking of the USS Maine is responsible for this war. The United States won which produced a peace treaty.