Summary At a time when immigration reform continues to be one of the most heated topics in political and business circles, this 2-hour special reexamines the controversial war that resulted in the United States taking control of what was nearly half of Mexico's territory. Featuring lavish reenactments, and interviews with both Mexican and American historians to ensure accuracy from both nations' points of view, we convey the story of President James K. Polk's desire to expand US territory to the Pacific Ocean. Hosted by boxing legend Oscar de la Hoya, we also travel to Mexico City to visit the historic Castillo de Chapultepec, where the climactic battle of the war took place, and the Palacio Nacional, the home of Mexico's government. View more details
Directed : Jim Lindsay
Written : Unknown
Stars : Art Bonilla David John Cole Oscar De La Hoya Chris Connor
Genres : History War
Release date : Aug 31, 2006
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : History Channel
Language : English Spanish
Filming locations : Mexico
Production companies : Jim Lindsay Productions
Summary At a time when immigration reform continues to be one of the most heated topics in political and business circles, this 2-hour special reexamines the controversial war that resulted in the United States taking control of what was nearly half of Mexico's territory. Featuring lavish reenactments, and interviews with both Mexican and American historians to ensure accuracy from both nations' points of view, we convey the story of President James K. Polk's desire to expand US territory to the Pacific Ocean. Hosted by boxing legend Oscar de la Hoya, we also travel to Mexico City to visit the historic Castillo de Chapultepec, where the climactic battle of the war took place, and the Palacio Nacional, the home of Mexico's government. View more details
Genres : History War
Release date : Aug 31, 2006
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : History Channel
Language : English Spanish
Filming locations : Mexico
Production companies : Jim Lindsay Productions
