At the beginning of the Mexican War in 1846, when "American blood was spilled on American soil," General Zachary Taylor and his troops were
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- A.in California waiting for the Mexicans to sell the Texas Territory.
- B.north of the Rio Grande River in territory claimed by both Mexico and the United States.
- C.in New Mexico marching toward Texas, attempting to resolve the border dispute between Texas and New Mexico.
- D.on a ship sailing toward Texas.
- E.in the Utah Territory at President Polk's request.
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