Latin American History: Mexico
From Montezuma to the Zapatistas, the History of Mexico is long and rich. It is full of unforgettable characters, such as the statesman Benito Juarez and the mad general Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. It is also where you will find some very important events, such as the conquest of the Aztec Empire and the Mexican Revolution.
The Flag of the United States of Mexico
The official flag of the United States of Mexico consists of three vertical stripes of green, white and red. In the middle of the white stripe is the Mexican coat of arms, depicting an eagle eating a snake while perched on a cactus.
The official flag of the United States of Mexico consists of three vertical stripes of green, white and red. In the middle of the white stripe is the Mexican coat of arms, depicting an eagle eating a snake while perched on a cactus.
The Most Influential Mexicans Since Independence
Since throwing off Spanish rule in the early nineteenth century, Mexico has produced some truly remarkable individuals including noble presidents, obsessed madmen, ruthless warlords, visionary artists and desperate criminals. Meet a few of these legendary figures!
Since throwing off Spanish rule in the early nineteenth century, Mexico has produced some truly remarkable individuals including noble presidents, obsessed madmen, ruthless warlords, visionary artists and desperate criminals. Meet a few of these legendary figures!
The Unsung Ally: Mexican Involvement in World War Two
In May of 1942 Mexico formally declared war on Germany and Japan, although it had been silently assisting the Allies for some time already. Although its forces saw very little combat, Mexico was an important and valuable addition to the Allied cause.
In May of 1942 Mexico formally declared war on Germany and Japan, although it had been silently assisting the Allies for some time already. Although its forces saw very little combat, Mexico was an important and valuable addition to the Allied cause.
How did Porfirio Díaz stay in power for 35 years?
Mexican President, dictator and strongman Porfirio Díaz was so despised by the poor in his nation that they kicked off the bloody Mexican Revolution (1910-1920) simply to get rid of him. If he was so unpopular, how did he stay in power for so long?
Mexican President, dictator and strongman Porfirio Díaz was so despised by the poor in his nation that they kicked off the bloody Mexican Revolution (1910-1920) simply to get rid of him. If he was so unpopular, how did he stay in power for so long?
Mexico City: The 1968 Summer Olympics
In the summer of 1968, Mexico City hosted the XIX Olympiad, having beaten out Detroit and Lyon for the honor of doing so. The games were marred by the tragic Tlatelolco Massacre before they even began, but went on to be one of the more memorable Olympics ever.
In the summer of 1968, Mexico City hosted the XIX Olympiad, having beaten out Detroit and Lyon for the honor of doing so. The games were marred by the tragic Tlatelolco Massacre before they even began, but went on to be one of the more memorable Olympics ever.
The Biography of William Walker
William Walker was the greatest of the American "filibusters:" men who attacked sovereign nations as a private enterprise, generally with the eventual aim of joining them to the United States. His greatest triumph happened in 1855-1857, when he took control of Nicaragua and named himself president.
William Walker was the greatest of the American "filibusters:" men who attacked sovereign nations as a private enterprise, generally with the eventual aim of joining them to the United States. His greatest triumph happened in 1855-1857, when he took control of Nicaragua and named himself president.
Biography of Hernán Cortés
Hernán Cortés, with dwindling provisions and 600 soldiers, was able to defeat the mighty Aztec Empire and its tens if not hundreds of thousands of warriors. Later, he served as governor of New Spain and was given the title of Marquis by the King of Spain.
Hernán Cortés, with dwindling provisions and 600 soldiers, was able to defeat the mighty Aztec Empire and its tens if not hundreds of thousands of warriors. Later, he served as governor of New Spain and was given the title of Marquis by the King of Spain.
Cinco de Mayo/The Battle of Puebla
The famous "Cinco de Mayo" widely celebrated in Mexico is not, as many believe, Mexico's Independence day, but rather the anniversary of a battle between French and Mexican forces on May 5, 1862. The Mexicans, outnumbered and outgunned, won with determination and courage that is still celebrated today.
The famous "Cinco de Mayo" widely celebrated in Mexico is not, as many believe, Mexico's Independence day, but rather the anniversary of a battle between French and Mexican forces on May 5, 1862. The Mexicans, outnumbered and outgunned, won with determination and courage that is still celebrated today.
The Pastry War (Mexico vs. France, 1838-1839)
The Pastry War, fought over certain debts and reparations owed by Mexico to France, took place for several months in 1838-1839 and ended in a French Victory. Considered a minor conflict in the history of Mexico, it nevertheless had important consequences.
The Pastry War, fought over certain debts and reparations owed by Mexico to France, took place for several months in 1838-1839 and ended in a French Victory. Considered a minor conflict in the history of Mexico, it nevertheless had important consequences.
Biography of Roberto Gómez Bolaños (Chespirito)
Biography of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, a.k.a. Chespirito, Mexican writer and actor who made famous characters such as el Chavo del 8 and el Chapulín Colorado.
Biography of Roberto Gómez Bolaños, a.k.a. Chespirito, Mexican writer and actor who made famous characters such as el Chavo del 8 and el Chapulín Colorado.
Biography of Diego Rivera
Diego Rivera was Mexico's best-known muralist. An avowed communist, he was as well known for controversy as art, and his is also famous for his volatile marriage to fellow artist Frida Kahlo.
Diego Rivera was Mexico's best-known muralist. An avowed communist, he was as well known for controversy as art, and his is also famous for his volatile marriage to fellow artist Frida Kahlo.
The Tlatelolco Massacre
The Tlatelolco Massacre, often referred to as "Mexico's Kent State," was in reality far more horrific, as hundreds of protesters, most of them students, were gunned down by government security forces.
The Tlatelolco Massacre, often referred to as "Mexico's Kent State," was in reality far more horrific, as hundreds of protesters, most of them students, were gunned down by government security forces.
Frida Kahlo
A short biography of the famous painter, with important works and quotes.
A short biography of the famous painter, with important works and quotes.
The Mexican -American War
A very detailed description of the Mexican-American War, with details of events leading up to the war, the war itself and the aftermath.
A very detailed description of the Mexican-American War, with details of events leading up to the war, the war itself and the aftermath.