Manifest Destiny - American Should Not Annex Texas
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What reasons for war besides the April 25 attack does he cite?
Other reasons given are the disregard for treaties attempting to control the mistreatment of Americans by Mexicans. The Mexican people were affecting trade between the two countries and American merchants were being prosecuted for crimes Mexican merchants weren’t being prosecuted for.
What ultimate goals of war with Mexico does Polk mention?
The ultimate goals of war Polk mentions are for quickly ending hostilities and bringing all matters of dispute between the U.S and Mexican government to an early resolution.
Viewpoint 27b: The United States Fought Mexico to Gain Territory by Ramon Alcaraz
Answer the following as you read (short answer)
What main disputes do the writers have with the claims of James K Polk in the opposing viewpoint?
Main disputes the writers have with the claims of James K Polk in the opposing viewpoints are that while the Polk claims that he U.S was attempting to remain peaceful, their true intentions were shown through their hostility in placing ships on the Mexican coast and advancing troops on Mexican territory. The true intention of the U.S was to gain more land, not to end a dispute.
Is their description of the United States similar to the views expressed by John L. Sullivan in viewpoint 26B?
Yes they are similar, but not identical. Sullivan discusses manifest destiny and that the U.S had a to overspread the continent for the free development of its growing population. Alcaraz says how from day one, America planned on dominating the continent. They both express feeling of transcontinental expansion and the benefits it provides like access to both oceans and quick communication, but have different viewpoints on whether they support or oppose it with Alcaraz opposing and O’Sullivan supporting transcontinental expansion.
AS ALWAYS: You must support your answers with historical information, show your knowledge. Use your Historical Thinking Skills, a.k.a Think like a Historian.
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