1845 - Texas is annexed by the United States.

1845 - Mexican and U.S. troops gather near the Texas-Mexico border.
1846 - The United States declares war on Mexico.
1847 - Mexico accepts a temporary peace settlement.
1848 - The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed.

- Which of the following occurred as a result of the above events?

1 answer

The United States gained control of a significant amount of territory, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.