What if Mexico Found Gold in California?
more-history.com Explore how history could've changed if Mexico discovered California's gold. Uncover alternate timelines of power, wealth, and continental destiny.
When Did Spain Lose California?
Discover how Spain lost California in 1821 due to the Mexican War of Independence. Explore the events and transitions that reshaped California's history.
What Happened to Santa Anna After the Texas Revolution?
After his devastating loss in the Texas Revolution, Mexican general Santa Anna was captured and forced to resign the presidency. He went into exile in the U.S. but shockingly returned…
Why Didn’t the United States Take All of Mexico?
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.
What US States Used to be Mexico?
Discover the which US states were formerly part of Mexico.
Did Mexico Try to Take Texas Back?
Did Mexico try to take Texas back after it declared independence in 1836? This blog explores Mexico's refusal to recognize Texan independence, their military attempts to retake the territory, rising…
Who did not want Texas to be a State?
Unveiling the factions against Texas' statehood! Discover who opposed annexation in the 1840s and why slavery and international tensions played a role.
Did the Mexican-American War lead to the Civil War?
Explore the connection between the Mexican-American War and the Civil War, examining how territorial disputes and slavery tensions influenced America's path to conflict.