Two 19th Century wars are often overshadowed by the Civil War when many Americans think of U.S. history. The War of 1812 occurred in 1812-15 and was fought with Great Britain and indigenous allies.

Learn how the Mexican-American War reshaped North America in this concise 16-minute explainer. From political tensions to pivotal battles and lasting consequences, this video unpacks one of the most ...

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The Mexican–American War is one of the most overlooked chapters in U.S. history, even though it brought the entire American Southwest into the fold. Here's what you probably don't know — but should — ...

US authorities warn of potential 'American casualties' after blast near El Paso. Aug. 12, 2010 — -- As violence along the U.S.-Mexico border escalates, Mexican drug cartels have found a new and ...

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)— More than a century after his death, Corporal Lyman B. Snow, a veteran of both the Mexican-American War and the Civil War, was honored with a memorial service and a ...

Each Memorial Day, Americans honor the service members who gave their lives for their country. From the nation's founding to its modern military operations overseas, hundreds of thousands of U.S.