For 10 points, name this war which ended after the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was signed by two North American countries.
Minor skirmishes during this conflict included the Temecula and Pauma Massacres. The Mormon Battalion helped to build Fort Moore during this war that was prompted by the Thornton Affair. Six cadets known as the "Child Heroes" died during the (*) Battle of Chapultepec in this war. The Gadsden Purchase extended gains made by one side in this war, and Matthew C. Perry's fleet arrived to aid Winfield Scott's forces during the Battle of Veracruz in this war. For 10 points, name this war which ended after the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was signed by two North American countries.
Minor skirmishes during this conflict included the Temecula and Pauma Massacres.
Mexican-American War (accept anything that mentions war between the United States and Mexico)