California's Bear Flag Republic:

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The Bear Flag Republic was a short-lived attempt at establishing a California republic in 1846 by American settlers during the Mexican-American War. It lasted only a month until American rule was established, making choice D the correct answer. The Bear Flag Republic was not controlled by Mexicans and Indians, nor was it recognized by the British. While it can be seen as a manifestation of manifest destiny, it was not specifically a California version of it. It did not send an expedition to capture Santa Fe.