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Tag: New Mexico

  • Dissent Between Two Presidents

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    James Buchanan.

    Leading up to President James Polk’s May 13, 1846 announcement of the Mexican-American War, tension arose between President Polk and the Secretary of State, James Buchanan.

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  • The Reception of the Mexican-American War

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    Garrett Davis. By: Mathew Brady.

    Following President James Polk’s announcement of war with Mexico, and Congress’ declaration of war, those in the Whig Party and those around the country had significantly different views of the war.

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  • Negotiating with Mexico

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    Congressman John Slidell. By: Mathew Brady.

    In the fall of 1845, prior to the Mexican-American War, President James Polk attempted to use what he perceived as leverage to negotiate with the Mexican government to expand American borders.

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