Abraham Lincoln and Mexico

A History of Courage, Intrigue, and Unlikely Friendships

De: Michael Hogan

Narrado por: Emil N Gallina

Duración: 4 h y 56 m

Resumen del Editor

This book by a noted PhD historian is one of the best books available about historical relations between the United States and Mexico. It shines new light on reasons for the US invasion of Mexico in 1846, opposition by Abraham Lincoln and other politicians to the unjustified and unconstitutional decision by President Polk to go to war, the importance of the ensuing war against Mexico, the resulting territorial seizures by the United States, the impact both nationally and internationally to both countries, the troubling legacy even today, and the result of silences that have been pervasive over the years regarding this conflict. It examines all aspects of this history based on actual documents in government, university, and private institutions in both the US and Mexico, including citations to these documents and the complete text for many of them in the Appendix.

The book covers more than two decades of US history, from 1846 to the immediate aftermath of the Civil War. As such, this outstanding book is a welcome addition to continuing discussion about the roles of the United States and Mexico during two of the most controversial and complex periods in American history, and how decisions made then continue to permeate the daily lives of citizens and residents of both countries.

©2016 Michael Hogan (P)2017 Michael Hogan

Must read history.

History that isn't always taught. A history we must seek out for ourselves to understand the truth and the birth of our nation. We are not the since of our ancestors, but we can address them and not repeat them.

History buff or not, this is a great book

Would you listen to Abraham Lincoln and Mexico again? Why?

Yes, so that I could pick up on any details I may have missed the first time around.

Any additional comments?

I wish I could say I'm a seasoned history buff and, as such, can position this book amongst dozens others I have read. Truth is I'm a novice in the history genre ... but I love it and I loved this book! The storytelling was spot on which is especially good for those people (ahem) who often hit the 30 second rewind button. As a Mexican-American, it encouraged me to learn more about the history of these great countries and to dig deeper into my own genealogy.