Reasons For Mexican War

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The Mexicans were more responsible for starting the Mexican war for many reasons. First, Mexico breaks off all diplomatic relations with the US. Breaking off diplomatic relations is basically saying we want nothing to do with you guys anymore which brought a lot of tension between the two countries. Then John Slidell arrives in Mexico City, and when he gets there the Mexican government refuses to speak with him. This brought even more tension between the two countries because Mexico refused to compromise. Lastly, Zachary Taylor is ordered down to the Rio Grande to build fort Texas. When he is down there Mexican Calvary crosses the Rio Grande and attacks an American patrol, shedding American blood on American soil. This was the last the US