This episode explores the complex history of the Mexican-American War and its lasting impact on North America. In it, we cover:

• Spanish presence in North America and the formation of the United States
• The Louisiana Purchase and its significance
• Texas independence and annexation by the U.S.
• Tensions leading to war between the U.S. and Mexico
• Key battles and military campaigns, including: 
  • The capture of Monterrey
  • The Bear Flag Revolt in California
  • The fall of Mexico City
• The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and its terms
• The Gadsden Purchase

Learn how this conflict reshaped borders and led to massive U.S. territorial gains, including California, New Mexico, and parts of several other states. Discover the complicated motivations behind the war and its long-lasting consequences for both nations.

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