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A glorious defeat, Mexico and its war with the United States, Timothy J. Henderson

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 193-204) and index

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A glorious defeat

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Timothy J. Henderson

Mexico and its war with the United States

Why Mexico Went To War With The United States. The war that was fought between the United States and Mexico from 1846 to 1848 was a major event in the history of both countries: it cost Mexico half of its national territory, opened western North America to U.S. expansion, and brought to the surface a host of tensions that led to devastating civil wars in both countries. Among generations of Latin Americans, it helped to cement the image of the United States as an arrogant, aggressive, and imperialist nation, poisoning relations between a young America and its southern neighbors. In contrast with many current books that treat the war as a fundamentally American experience, Timothy J. Henderson offers a fresh perspective on the Mexican side of the equation. Examining the manner in which Mexico gained independence, Henderson brings to light a greater understanding of that country's intense factionalism and political paralysis leading up to and through the war. Also touching on a range of topics from culture, ethnicity, religion, and geography, this comprehensive yet concise narrative humanizes the conflict and serves as the perfect introduction for new readers of Mexican history

The United States and Mexico, circa 1821 -- Things fall apart -- The problem of Texas -- Santa Anna and the Texas Revolution -- The elusive reconquest -- The annexation crisis -- The war of 1847