The primary goal was probably E.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Slidell
The minister sent to Mexico in 1845 had strict orders to accomplish what as his primary goal?
A. Secure Mexican approval of the annexation of Texas
B. Purchase California for $25 million
C. Get Mexico to grant their claims to Oregon to the US
D. Settle the $3 million in claims by US citizens against Mexico
E. Negotiate settlement of Texas border issue
B or E?
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