Although, there are some accounts that could help justify the United States in going to war with Mexico, they also oppose it. John O’Sullivan felt pleased and believed …show more content…
Invasion.” From Mexico’s point of view, the annexation of Texas to the United States was unacceptable; they didn’t consider it valid. So when Texas and the United States signed a treaty, in the eyes of Mexico, that action was considered a declaration of war – especially after issuing that they did not want Texas to be a part of the United States. Jesus Velasco-Marquez refers to when Polk sent troops into the disputed territory and says that to the Mexican government, it seemed that Polk was provoking them with an invasion. As a result, the Mexicans insisted in protecting themselves and their land, leading to battles between both armies. This idea supports the previous paragraph. (Document