Mayer's book provides a comprehensive account of the Mexican-American War (1846-1848), which resulted in the United States gaining control of a significant portion of Mexico's territory, including present-day California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Mayer's work is based on extensive research and personal observations during the war, offering a detailed and nuanced understanding of the conflict.
By Brantz Mayer · First published 1846 · Genre: History, Military History, Non-fiction · 13 chapters