There are several historical interpretations of the origins of the Mexican War. Many Mexican scholars:
a. attribute the war to Spain's attempt to regain control of its former Mexican colony
b. conclude that the United States' sense of superiority caused the conflict, and that the United States was the aggressor
c. ascribe the war to "Manifest Destiny," although they believe it was provoked accidentally
d. conclude that the United States' sense of superiority caused the conflict, though Mexico was the aggressor
B
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