James K.Polk's declaration that American blood had been shed "upon American soil" was his call for

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James K.Polk made this declaration in reference to the Mexican-American War, which he believed had been caused by Mexico's aggression towards American troops in disputed territory (present-day Texas, New Mexico, and California). This statement was seen as a call to arms and ultimately led to the United States declaring war on Mexico.

James KPolk's Declaration That American Blood Had Been Shed "Upon American