Why Didn’t the United States Take All of Mexico?
more-history.com Discover why the United States refrained from annexing all of Mexico, exploring political obstacles, logistical challenges, and the implications of such a bold territorial expansion.
How the Mexican-American War affected Slavery
Find out how the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) intensified the slavery debate in the U.S. and deepened the divide between the North and South.
Why did Britain want Texas Independent?
Discover why Britain supported Texas independence, delving into its motives to counterbalance U.S. power, safeguard trade routes, and halt slavery expansion.
Who Won the Battle of Alamo?
Find out how Mexico's army won the bloody siege of the Alamo, but how this victory galvanized Texas's revolutionary movement.