CHAPTER 17



CHAPTER 17

Manifest Destiny and Its Legacy, 1841–1848

G. Developing Historical Skills

Reading Maps for Routes

Historical maps often include the routes taken in connection with particular events. The map of the Major Campaigns of the Mexican War includes a number of such routes. Answer the following questions.

1. Near what Mexican port city did both General Taylor and General Scott pass?

2. From which city (and battle site) did American forces move both west to California and south toward Buena Vista?

3. According to the map, where did American naval forces come from? Where did they go during the course of the war? Where were they involved in battles?

4. Across what territories did Kearny and Frémont pass during the war? In which significant battles did each of them take part?

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