Manifest Destiny: The War That Forged the American West | The American Story | Ep 14

An assault on a congressman in Washington launches a chain of events that would permanently redraw the map of North America.  This episode traces the remarkable rise of Sam Houston from his Cherokee roots, political scandal, and exile, through the Alamo, San Jacinto, and the fight over Texas annexation.  Then President James K. Polk turns Manifest Destiny into war, sending American armies deep into Mexico over protests from critics in Congress calling out the bloodshed.  And an unknown State Department clerk defies the White House in negotiating the treaty that secures the vast American Southwest, setting America on a collision course with itself. GLENN'S SPONSORS: American Financing: American Financing can show you how to put your hard-earned equity to work and get you out of debt. Dial ⁠800-906-2440⁠, or visit ⁠https://www.americanfinancing.net⁠. Real Estate Agents I Trust: When you’re buying or selling a home, you need a real estate agent you can trust. Visit https://realestateagentsitrust.com/ to find the top-selling real estate agents in your area. Chapter: When it comes to Medicare, Chapter puts you first. Dial #250 and say the key word Chapter. Mercury One: Learn about the REAL history of America. Become a Founding Member of the Sacred Honor Society at the American Journey Experience for $17.76 TODAY! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices