How did California gain their independence from Mexico?

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6 March, 13:45

How did California gain their independence from Mexico?

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Gia Soto · Answer 1

Explanation: The western portion of Alta California was then organized and admitted as the 31st state on September 9, 1850

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Answer: The area became a part of Mexico in 1821 following its successful war for independence but was ceded to the United States in 1848 after the Mexican-American War. The western portion of Alta California was then organized and admitted as the 31st state on September 9, 1850.