Table of Contents

Series Foreword by Linda S. Frey and Marsha L. Frey Introduction Chronology The Two Republics The Texas Problem War The Northern War Scott's Campaign Legacies Biographies of Notable People Primary Documents of the Period Annotated Bibliography Index

Promotional Information

War with Mexico brought extensive gain but it also triggered events that would lead to our Civil War, and soured relations with our southern neighbor for decades.

About the Author

David S. Heidler is a renowned award-winning historian on the faculty of Colorado State University, Pueblo. He is co-author with Jeanne T. Heidler of Encyclopedia of the American Civil War: A Political, Social and Military History, Encyclopedia of the War of 1812, Encyclopedia of the Mexican-American War, Manifest Destiny, The War of 1812, Daily Life in the Early American Republic, 1790-1820, and Old Hickory's War: Andrew Jackson and the Quest for Empire. Jeanne T. Heidler is Professor of History at the United States Air Force Academy. Along with David S. Heidler she is the co-author of Encyclopedia of the American Civil War: A Political, Social and Military History, Encyclopedia of the War of 1812, Encyclopedia of the Mexican-American War, Manifest Destiny, The War of 1812, Daily Life in the Early American Republic, 1790-1820, and Old Hickory's War: Andrew Jackson and the Quest for Empire.

Reviews

This book presents a concise, balanced account of the Mexican War designed to support the curriculum and meet student research needs….[a] basic, balanced study of the conflict that changed the map and history of North America.
*History: Reviews of New Books*

A Mexican War Gem, The Mexican War is a well-researched and clearly written introduction to the war between Mexico and its sister republic, the United States. This book, one of the Greenwood Guides to Historic Events 1500-1900, was written with high school students and undergraduates in mind. Historians David S. Heidler and Jeanne T. Heidler have accomplished the series's intent in their work's breadth, analysis, and delivery….The Mexican War is a good book, and it is worthy of serious consideration. The underlying issues of the war as well as Heidler and Heidler's subtext are worthwhile considerations as the United States and Mexico continue to struggle over borders, lands, and people.
*H-NET BOOK REVIEW*

The Mexican War details both pre- and post-war concerns and issues, offering a blend of biographical sketches of key leaders and fighters along with maps, images, a timeline of events, and discussions which utilize primary documents. A 'must' for any comprehensive American history collection; especially at the college level
*The Midwest Book Review*

Aimed at student researchers at the high school and undergraduate level, this text provides and overview of the Mexican War from both the American and Mexican perspectives.
*Reference & Research Book News*