

THE 1848 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION: PART 1- RUN, ROUGH AND READY
Oct 14, 2024
Dive into the chaotic world of the 1848 presidential election, where Whigs and Democrats unexpectedly team up. Discover the rise of Zachary Taylor, a national hero from the Mexican-American War, as he faces fierce opposition. Explore military strategies during the Battle of Monterey and the complex ties between politics and the war. Tension mounts over slavery and territorial expansion, highlighted by the controversial Wilmot Provisio, showcasing shifting loyalties and the brewing conflict that will shape America.
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Intro
00:00 • 23min
Siege of Monterey: Strategy and Conflict
23:22 • 7min
Political Tensions and Literary Reactions to the Mexican-American War
30:45 • 2min
Political Loyalties and Territorial Freedom in the 1848 Election
33:13 • 2min
Political Turmoil and the Wilmot Provisio
35:20 • 45min