Republic of Sonora

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Republic of Sonora

Name

Republic of Sonora

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

The Republic of Sonora was a short-lived, unrecognized republic established by William Walker in 1854. It encompassed Baja California and claimed Sonora, though it never controlled the latter. Walker's venture was fueled by American filibusters and ultimately failed due to logistical issues and Mexican resistance.

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