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The Mexican-American War

In Our Time

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Manifest Destiny and Acquisition of Mexican Territories

This chapter explores the United States' interest in acquiring Mexican territories and the concept of manifest destiny. It discusses how manifest destiny influenced American Revolution, gained political traction in the 1840s, and highlights the expansionist desires and motivations of James K. Polk.

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