History of the War Between Mexico and the United States, with a Preliminary…

"History of the War Between Mexico and the United States, with a Preliminary View of Its Origin" by Brantz Mayer is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work examines the complexities and circumstances surrounding the war between the United States and Mexico, exploring the political, social, and historical contexts that contributed to the conflict. Mayer aims to provide a comprehensive narrative of the events leading up to the war, addressing the misunderstandings and tensions between the two nations. The opening of the book introduces the intricate history and character of Mexico, framing the conflict as part of a larger context of political upheaval and cultural misunderstandings. Mayer discusses the impact of the Mexican Revolution and the ongoing struggle between federalism and centralism, emphasizing how these internal conflicts influenced Mexico’s relations with the United States. The author sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the motivations of the war, underlining the importance of understanding the historical background and the complexities of both nations' politics to grasp the significance of their eventual clash. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Mayer, Brantz, 1809-1879
Title History of the War Between Mexico and the United States, with a Preliminary View of its Origin, Volume 1
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 49.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject Mexican War, 1846-1848
Category Text
eBook-No. 33568
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Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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