The U.S.-Mexican War: 1846-1848
The war between the United States and Mexico transformed the continent. The U. S. inspired by the concept of "Manifest Destiny," confidently expanded its territories westward. Meanwhile, Mexico struggled to maintain control over the vast expanses of land it had inherited from Spain. This National Emmy-winning series looks at both sides of the conflict and how it affected each side.
The U.S.-Mexican War - Episode Three: The Hour of Sacrifice
Ep3 | 56m 28s | Santa Anna returns from exile. Mexican forces face U.S. troops on the pathway to Mexico City. (56m 28s)
The U.S.-Mexican War - Episode Four: The Fate of Nations
Ep4 | 56m 31s | The bloody battle for Mexico City ends with Mexico’s surrender and a treaty creating a new border. (56m 31s)
The U.S.-Mexican War - Episode Two: The War for the Borderlands
Ep2 | 56m 27s | In 1846, U.S. soldiers set out to conquer Mexican territory and Pres. Polk sets aim on Mexico City. (56m 27s)
The U.S.-Mexican War - Episode One: Neighbors and Strangers
Ep1 | 56m 27s | Texans rebel against Mexico, the U.S. annexes Texas, and military clashes add to the border dispute. (56m 27s)
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