What treaty was signed after the Mexican and American War?
The treaty signed after the Mexican and American War was the Guadalupe Hidalgo.
Guadalupe Hidalgo Treaty
The Guadalupe Hidalgo Treaty was signed on February 2, 1848, and officially ended the Mexican-American War (1846-1848). The treaty was named after the town of Guadalupe Hidalgo near Mexico City where the negotiations took place. As part of the treaty, Mexico formally recognized Texas as part of the United States.
Result of the Treaty
The signing of the Guadalupe Hidalgo Treaty resulted in Mexico ceding nearly 55% of its territory to the United States. This territory included present-day California, Texas, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and parts of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Wyoming.
Impact of the War
The Mexican-American War had a significant impact on both countries. For Mexico, the war resulted in the loss of a vast amount of territory and had economic repercussions. For the United States, the acquisition of new territories further expanded its land holdings and set the stage for westward expansion.