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3. What caused and what ended the Mexican War?  

3. What caused and what ended the Mexican War?  

I think what started it was a mixture of things. I think all of the border arguments between Texas and Mexico played a part. Also the battle between us and the mexicans, in which blood was shed on a territory which is still disputed over today, initially had something to do with it as well.

I think what started it was a mixture of things. I think all of the border arguments between Texas and Mexico played a part. Also the battle between us and the mexicans, in which blood was shed on a territory which is still disputed over today, initially had something to do with it as well.

And the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo finally ended it in 1848.

And the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo finally ended it in 1848, even though Polk was still unhappy. He had wanted more Mexican land then was given.

4. Who do you think was the most important person in the period 1840-1860, and why?  

4. Who do you think was the most important person in the period 1840-1860, and why?