What were the consequences of the Mexican-American War for national political and economic developments in subsequent decades?

Answer 1

Through the Mexican-American War (1846-1848), the US was able to expand into the Southwest, with the Mexican Cession of California and New Mexico. The annexation of Texas was also confirmed. The war led directly to the Gadsden Purchase (southern Arizona and New Mexico) in 1853.

Answer 2

Mexico ceded vast amounts of land to the north (what would become Texas, California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona and parts of Wyoming, and Colorado), for $15 million. General Taylor, nicknamed "Old Rough and Ready" used his popularity to win the Presidency in 1848, despite Polk's efforts to prevent such an election. Other generals would also run for President, including the Republican Party's first candidate, John C. Frémont. The war also provided experience for the men who would be leaders during the soon-to-come American Civil War, including Ambrose Burnside, Robert E. Lee, Winfield Scott, James Longstreet, Ulysses S. Grant, "Stonewall" Jackson, George McClellan, Jefferson Davis, and George Meade United States: 13,780 dead. Mexico: approximately 25,000.
The Mexican Cession.

Answer 3

The size of Mexico was cut in half.

The size of the US inceased by 30%.

Answer 4

It reopened the question of slavery in the US and moved the Nation closer to Civil War.

Answer 5

mosr likely mexcio won't have tha much land and Texas won't have that much money

Answer 6

the size of America increased drastically

the united states paid Mexico 15 milliion dollars

Answer 7

The political map of North America was altered.

Answer 8

The Mexican Cession.