Primary Source - Document C:
Mexican General Francisco Mejias Proclamation
"The annexation (adding) of Texas to the United States, projected and consummated (completed) by the tortuous policy of the cabinet of the Union, does not yet satisfy the ambitious desires of the degenerate (corrupt) sons of Washington.
The civilized world has already recognized in that act all the marks of injustice, iniquity (unfair), and the most scandalous violation of the rights of nations. Indelible (permanent) is the stain which will darken the character for virtue falsely attributed to the people of the United States...The right of conquest has always been a crime against humanity... In the midst of peace, of the territory of a friendly nation, which generously relied upon the faith of promises and the solemnity (seriousness) of treaties."
Directions: Analyze the primary source and then use it to answer the 2 questions in 2-3 complete sentences. Answers must reflect the source provided
1. What is General Mejias overall position on the war?
2. Why do you think General Mejia refers to Mexico as a "friendly nation" here?
1. General Mejias overall position on the war is that the annexation of Texas to the United States was unjust, iniquitous, and a violation of the rights of nations. He sees it as a crime against humanity and an act of betrayal against Mexico.
2. General Mejia refers to Mexico as a "friendly nation" here to emphasize that Mexico had trusted in the promises and treaties made with the United States, only to feel betrayed by their actions. He highlights the peaceful relations that existed between the two countries prior to the annexation of Texas.