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Mexico
Mexico is a country on the southern tip of North America. Not to be confused with the US State of New Mexico, it is home of ancient Aztec and Maya civilizations. Also known for Tequila, Mariachis, Cancun and Los Cabos, this is the place to ask anything related to Mexico.
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What was the slogan of the Mexican Revolution?
"La tierra es de quien la trabaja" (Spanish for "Land belongs to those who work it"). This is a quote made by Mexican Revolution leader Emiliano Zapata (1879-1919).
What do economic system of the Australia Brazil Mexico and Canada have common?
All of them have capitalistic economies; Australia and Canada are developed, industrialized economies while Mexico and Brazil are still in process of industrialization, commonly known as "emerging markets".
What actions by Mexico helped lead to the Texas revolution?
The Texas Revolution was largely caused by the complete takeover of the Mexican government by conservatives in the early 1830's which resulted in the passage of Siete Leyes (Seven Laws).
Siete Leyes effectively replaced the 1824 Constitution of Mexico with the 1835 Constitution. The new constitution destroyed the Mexican federal system in favor of a more provisional centralized government. New laws passed by the conservative government proved to be highly unpopular with many Mexican states, including the Texas territory. Violence broke out in many of these areas, most notably Texas which acheived independence in 1836.
How did Mexico influenced American culture then?
The historic American cowboy of the late 19th century arose from the vaquero traditions of northern Mexico; all the southwest states, including Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Texas were once part of Mexico and as such, many traditions and cultural traits were inherited from Mexico.
What were the effects of Spanish rule on Mexico?
The most important factor in the conquest as disease. The native people of the Americas had no resistance to European diseases.
What are the similarities between Mexican and American culture?
The similarities between the Mexican and the American culture; Well a big one is probably how both cultures believe in God and Jesus. A big majority of Mexico is christian or catholic. Both cultures celebrate Christmas and Easter. There aren't many similarities, But I would say that that was a big one.
Hope I helped! I think my answer is better than the last one though.
no offense but culture isnt a religious topic. it can be but in this case, no. culture is the way they dress for certain holidays or practices which CAN be religious. plus, a majority of america isnt catholic or christian, its all mixed in (it says mexico but we are talking about similarities so whoever put this answer was probably thinking they meant it for both). they could have mentioned a religious fact if it was just similarities. not cultural similarities. the reason i say this is wrong is because culture and religion are definitely not the same thing, yes your culture can be INFLUENCED by a religion but it depends. sorry to waste your time considering i dont have the right answer but try yahoo. they always have the answers there. i just didnt want you to be miss led.
What did Germany offer to give Mexico if they agreed to declare war on the us?
Zimmermann Telegram-January 19, 1917: From the German Foreign Minister Arthur Zimmermann to the German Ambassador to Mexico. The message proposed that Mexico attack the United States with German financial backing to seize Texas, New Mexico, & Arizona, if the United States entered the war against Germany. The message was intercepted and decrypted by British Intelligence and released to the American government on February 24, 1917, and to the world press on March 1, 1917. It further enraged the American public against Germany.
Full text of The Zimmermann Telegram: "On the first of February we intend to begin submarine warfare unrestricted. In spite of this, it is our intention to endeavor to keep neutral the United States of America.
If this attempt is not successful, we propose an alliance on the following basis with Mexico: That we shall make war together and together make peace. We shall give general financial support, and it is understood that Mexico is to re-conquer the lost territory in New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona. The details are left to you for settlement.
You are instructed to inform the President of Mexico of the above in the greatest confidence as soon as it is certain that there will be an outbreak of war with the United States and suggest that the President of Mexico, on his own initiative, should communicate with Japan suggesting adherence at once to this plan; at the same time, offer to mediate between Germany and Japan.
Please call to the attention of the President of Mexico that the employment of ruthless submarine warfare now promises to compel England to make peace in a few months.
Zimmerman"
What are some national symbols of Mexico?
The Mexican flag, the Mexican coat of arms (an eagle atop a cactus devouring a snake), the national animal (Crested Caracara), the national flower (Dahlia) are some of them.
Why were pyramids built in Mexico?
There were many civilizations who built pyramids in Mexico. Some of the most prominent were the Teotihuacan, Olmec, Aztec and Mayan civilizations.
How did the US and Mexico arrange for the US To acquire the land?
Americans thought that there land stopped beyond where Mexicans say it did, and the Americans said it was of the river Rio grande. President Polk decided to make a treaty for land but the Mexicans refused. After that US marched troops down to settle the argument, and then Mexicans attacked America. America won the battle and therefor took land from Mexico
How did the Americans first attempt to acquire Mexico's northern territories?
They tried to buy the land as soon as Mexico became independent from Spain. Mexico however, refused.
Only by the means of war could the U.S. acquire such territories.
How has mexicos economy changed in the last three decades?
- Competitiveness: Competing against the BRIC bloc (Brazil, Russia, India, China) for economic opportunities, markets and foreign investment from developed countries.
- Economy: World economic bust compounded with a swine flu (H1N1) scare is keeping a depressed economy: the high dependence on America as receiver of Mexican exports as well as source of international tourists have impacted negatively on the Mexican economy to astonishing levels (-7% of growth during 2009).
- Poverty: Although Mexico is a world leader in hunger reduction, there is still a 5% of children under 5 suffering with malnutrition; according to the United Nations Development Programme, 17.6% of Mexicans (19.7 million for 2009) are below the poverty line.
Is it legal to marry your sibling in Mexico?
- It is not legal to marry your sibling in Mexico or any State in the U.S. because it is considered immoral. If the two got married it is highly likely there would be something genetically wrong with their children.
Provided exploration routes to Mexico and other parts of America?
Provided exploration routes to México and other parts of america
How did the Mexican War of Independence differ from the American Revolution?
The Mexican war of Independence started because the Spanish in Spain were invaded by Napoleon, and the King Charles IV, abdicated in favour of his son who also abdicated in favour of the brother of Napoleon Joseph, the french were after the territories and Kingdoms that Spain posses in America, so when their were no legal authorities in Spain the Spanish people fought for their Independence from France and we also fought for the same cause in the beginning we were not fighting to get our Independence from Spain but our Independence from France the New Spanish authorities did not recognize Napoleon as King of Spain, and that is how the war started, later on we knew that we had to fight for our Independence since we were the richest Kingdom from Spain, the people who started the war were well lectured people like Priests, and some officers from the Royal Army, but the foot soldier were peasants who had no military training, and no weapons that is why the war lasted so many years, people like Antonio López de Santana were on the Royal Army and fought against the Independence movement.
What impact did the Battle of Puebla have on the Civil War?
None, that was a battle between French troops and Mexicans in Mexico.
However, it is believed that France was intending to use Mexico as a base to support the confederate army, which could have altered the entire outcome of the American Civil War. The battle of Puebla was a major victory for revitalizing the Mexican army to force the French out of their country.
How was Mexican cession and gadsden purchase 1853 acquired?
The Gadsden Purchase was acquired on December 30, 1853 after a treaty was signed by James Gadsden and the current Mexican President at that time ,purchased by the U.S. for $10 million, to end controversial conflict as of where the boarder line was really meant to be.
Fear, as it would inevitably lead to conflict. The War of 1812 (1812-1815) between the United States and Britain and the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) were direct results of such policies.
How many years did Hernan Cortes sail?
The Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés (1485-1547) arrived in Hispaniola in 1504 at the age of 18 and settled there. In 1506 and again in 1511, he took part in Spanish conquests in Cuba and the Antilles. Finally, in 1519, he commanded a fleet and army of 500 men to explore Mexico. His conquests there continued until he had established himself as de facto governor of Mexico from 1521 to 1524. After an expedition against a fellow Spaniard who had seized control of Honduras, Cortes fell out with the colonial governors of New Spain in 1526, and returned to Spain in 1528. Given new powers by Emperor Charles V, he returned to Mexico from 1530 to 1541, where he discovered Baja California. He died in Spain six years later.
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Hernán Cortés de Monroy y Pizarro didn't actually "sail the seas" as the term is normally used. Rather, he was a conquistador. As a young man he sailed from Spain to the new world (Hispaniola) in 1504 and remained in the Americas 24 years until 1528 when he returned to Spain. He returned to Mexico 1530 and stayed until he returned to Spain for the last time in 1541. Cortés was a truly grand figure who did many remarkable things but who, in doing these things was cruel and ruthless.
If you mean the Texas Republic, never.
One of the causes of the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) was the admission of Texas as a U.S. state. At the end of such conflict, Mexico lost and was forced to cease any claim on Texas as long as it was part of the United States. Therefore, if Texas ever secedes from the U.S., Mexico is nominally entitled to renew its claims to such lost territory.
Last time this could have happened, was during the American Civil War (1861-1865) when Texas split from the U.S. (as part of the Confederate United States). Mexico was however, embroiled on its own conflict against France, during the Second Franco-Mexican War (1862-1867). Mexico wasn't interested in Texas at the time, but its own survival as an independent country.
What events led to the battle of puebla?
The "Cinco de Mayo" celebration commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza. The Battle was important because 4,000 Mexican soldiers defeated a much better-equipped French army composed of 8,000 men that had not been defeated for almost 50 years.
An American army commanded by this general captured Mexico city in September of 1847?
American General Winfield Scott (1786-1866)
