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The California Campaigns of the U.S.-Mexican War, 1846-1848 Hunt Janin
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The California Campaigns of the U.S.-Mexican War, 1846-1848
Hunt Janin
The US-Mexican War of 1846-1848 remains controversial even today. The California campaigns of this conflict introduce the reader to the Californios (the colourful inhabitants of Alta, or Upper, California); to the American and other adventurers who arrived after them; and to the local Indians, who were always there.
Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Mexico surrendered to the United States more than half a million square miles of territory, contributing to a legacy of distrust and bitterness towards the U. S. that has never entirely dissipated. This book describes the often overlooked military and naval operations in California before and during the Mexican War, and introduces readers to the Californios and the Indians--; Provided by publisher. Brief Description: "Mexico surrendered to the United States more than half a million square miles of territory, contributing to a legacy of distrust and bitterness towards the U. S. that has never entirely dissipated. This book describes the often overlooked military and naval operations in California before and during the Mexican War, and introduces readers to the Californios and the Indians"--
Contributor Bio: Janin, Hunt Janin is a writer and researcher specializing in international issues and history.
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | May 4, 2015 |
| ISBN13 | 9780786494200 |
| Publishers | McFarland & Co Inc |
| Pages | 224 |
| Dimensions | 152 × 229 × 11 mm · 313 g |
| Language | English |
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