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Events of the Mexican American War

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  • Annexation of Texas

    Annexation of Texas

    LinkAdmission of the Republic of Texas to the Union.

  • Battle of Palo Alto

    First major confrontation of the war. The U.S. won the battle.
  • Battle of Monterey

    Battle of Monterey

    U.S. victory and occupation of California.

  • Occupation of Mexico City

    Battle and occupation of Mexico City.

  • Siege of Veracruz

    Occupation of port city Veracruza and commencement of the invasion of Mexico.

  • Battle of Cerro Gordo

    United States defeats Santa Ana's army in decisive victory.