Which event most directly resulted from political pressure like that expressed in the excerpt?

The correct answer is Mexican-American War

The Mexican-American War took place between the United States and Mexico from 1846 to 1848, and was motivated by the American ambition over territories that originally belonged to the Mexicans. This conflict was one of the stages of the “westward march,” a process of territorial expansion undertaken by the United States during the nineteenth century.

abolish

do away with

unanimous

in complete agreement

secede

separate; break free

inauguration

starting a new position with a formal ceremony.

cooperationist

people who wanted the north to cooperate with the south

surrender

to give up

volunteer

perform a service for free

draft

involuntary service in military

retreat

withdraw; move away from enemy

advisor

expert who gives advice

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