ENGL 432 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Battle Of The Alamo, Inductive Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning
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Mexican-american opinion notes & birth of border differences. Journalist from st. lois that used the penname john brown. Wrote about the war for those on the east coast to know about. People seemed really anxious for war and actual combat against the mexicans. Prideful; depicts americans and the army as very courageous, strong and well-equipped with both knowledge, leadership and weaponry. New mexico is won over, but the crown jewel is santa fe. Not very reliable, lots of things are skipped. Good as a journalist due to intriguing language and simplicity for understanding. > very promotional towards joining the army and conquering and greatness of the u. s. Description of mexicans is hostile, negative in comparison to the patriotic description of americans also persists today. Bc they are far too inferior in comparison to the u. s. its not wise for them. They would create uproar, which would result in war. -> parallels to mentality today, of us vs. them
