As the centenary year of the Cristero War, also known as the Cristiada, begins, Auxiliary Bishop Pedro Mena of the ...

A peace treaty ended the Mexican–American War in February 1848 and officially left California as new American territory.

Two 19th Century wars are often overshadowed by the Civil War when many Americans think of U.S. history. The War of 1812 occurred in 1812-15 and was fought with Great Britain and indigenous allies.

The Mexican-American War began with disputed borders and ended with one of the largest land transfers in U.S. history. Outmatched and divided, Mexico struggled against a rising American power ...

The men most damaging to the population -- We're the boys for Mexico -- Like civilized nations -- Even the fathers of families -- Each chapter we write in Mexican blood -- The yankees died like ants - ...