Critically examine the justifications for the 1846 declaration of war against Mexico by the United States President James Polk.

Discussion 1.

Purpose

This particular forum asks you to discuss Nevada’s origin and early history, territory and statehood, and civil rights an liberties in Nevada.

The purpose of the discussion forums is to facilitate a classroom/community environment in an online space. In order to have a civil discussion, you should make community discussion forums safe spaces for genuine discussion.

Instructions

Please read Chapters One, Two and Three of The Sagebrush State and share starting post your answers to the following questions. Your post must be a minimum of 500

Questions:

Critically examine the justifications for the 1846 declaration of war against Mexico by the United States President James Polk.

Evaluate the impact of the Mormons in the creation of Nevada territory to statehood, and its transformation to a state.

According to the author, “Indeed, for many years, the state was referred to as the Mississippi of the West.” Enumerate the statement with specific references to civil rights and liberty issues that affected the minority groups including women, African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, and the LGBTQ communities.

Requirements: 500 Words