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Discover the history behind how Mexico lost half its territory to the USA. Learn about the repercussions of the Mexican-American War and the concept of Manifest Destiny.Find out how Mexico lost half its territory to the USA in this video. !In this captivating video, we explore one of the most significant events in the history of Mexico and the United States: the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848. This conflict resulted in Mexico losing nearly half of its territory to its northern neighbor, forever changing the map of North America.We'll begin by examining the complex historical context that led to the war, including the Texas Revolution, the annexation of Texas by the United States, and the growing tensions between the two nations over territorial disputes.Next, we'll dive into the key battles and turning points of the war, from the initial American victories at Palo Alto and Resaca de la Palma to the crucial campaigns in California and New Mexico. We'll also explore the pivotal role played by figures such as General Zachary Taylor, General Winfield Scott, and Mexican President Antonio López de Santa Anna.As the war progresses, we'll witness the fall of Mexico City and the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848. This treaty ended the conflict and resulted in Mexico ceding vast portions of its northern territory, including present-day California, Nevada, Utah, and parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming, to the United States.Finally, we'll consider the lasting impact of the Mexican-American War on both nations, from the expansion of U.S. territory and the realization of history.