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What conditions & developments led to war w/ Mexico?
U.S wanted to acqure a piece of mexican territory, to access the pacific (California)
Mexicans said no when offered money so Americans fought for land
What territories did the United States acquire in the Mexican-American War?
Everything between Texas and California (Mexican Cession)
How did these developments influence the debate over slavery?
1. New Territories: U.S. gained land from Mexico.
2. Slavery Debate: Question of allowing slavery in new lands.
3. North vs. South: Tensions grew over the issue.
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