The Mexican American War
Synopsis
One of the most controversial conflicts in U.S. history, the Mexican-American War erupted as President James K. Polk sought to extend the borders of the nation to the Pacific, taking by force whatever territory stood in the way. This special, produced by The History Channel and hosted by Oscar de la Hoya, looks at the war from the perspective of both countries, and chronicles the fighting from its inception to its conclusion with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
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- Director
- Jim Lindsay
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Lindsay
- Original Title
- The Mexican American War
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- History, Jim Lindsay Productions
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What is The Mexican American War about?
One of the most controversial conflicts in U.S. history, the Mexican-American War erupted as President James K. Polk sought to extend the borders of the nation to the Pacific, taking by force whatever territory stood in the way. This special, produced by The History Channel and hosted by Oscar de la Hoya, looks at the war from the perspective of both countries, and chronicles the fighting from its inception to its conclusion with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
Who directed The Mexican American War?
The Mexican American War was directed by Jim Lindsay.
Who stars in The Mexican American War?
The principal cast of The Mexican American War includes Oscar de la Hoya, Steve Moreno, David John Cole, Art Bonilla, Chris Connor.
When was The Mexican American War released and how long is it?
The Mexican American War was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.