How did the US intervention both help and hurt Mexico?

- The US intervention helped to overthrow the French-imposed regime of Maximilian I and restore the Mexican Republic under Benito Juárez.

- The US provided military and financial support to the Mexican government, which helped to stabilize the country and defeat the French forces.

- The US intervention helped to promote democracy in Mexico by supporting the establishment of a republican government and the drafting of a new constitution.

- The US intervention helped to strengthen Mexico's economy by providing access to US markets and investment.

- The US intervention helped to improve relations between Mexico and the United States by resolving outstanding disputes and promoting cooperation.

Hurt Mexico

- The US intervention violated Mexico's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

- The US intervention led to the deaths of thousands of Mexican civilians and soldiers.

- The US intervention caused significant damage to Mexico's economy and infrastructure.

- The US intervention led to the loss of Mexican territory, including the Rio Grande Valley and the American Southwest.

- The US intervention created resentment and distrust among Mexicans towards the United States, which has had a lasting impact on relations between the two countries.