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California Becomes U S Territory under Stockton Command
General Stockton proclaims California under martial law after entering Los Angeles on August 18 1846 with the California Battalion of mounted riflemen. He outlines temporary military governance until civil offices are filled, citizens’ duties, oath requirements, and expulsion of armed outsiders. California defends against Mexico and requires residents to remain indoors 10pm to sunrise.
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California
José Castro
Mexico
Angeles
United States
R. F. Stockton
Territory of
Ciudad de Los Angeles
Anna Dowino
Government House