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conflict between the United States and Mexico. 1846-1848
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Span of time over mexican revolution
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liberal and conservative forces clash. civil war. liberals won after conservatives surrendered 1857-1861
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France, Spain, and Britain send naval froces to Veracruz to demand payment. France invaded which led the mexican goverment into retreat. Spain and Britain negotiated and withdrew. 1861-1862
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Mexican treasury became bankrupt after two wars. Juarez issued a 2 year moratorium on all foreign debt payments. He soon then suspended the debt payments
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French forces capture Campache.
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led by General Zarazoga, the mexican army defeats the french army. this is a symbol of strength in mexico
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Mexican forces recaptured Mexico City and executed Maximilian I in Cerro de las Campanas, Mexico. Benito Juarez reclaimed the presidency in 1867.
