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- Miguel Hidalgo - Father of the nation, declared Mexico's independence from Spain on September 15, 1810.
- Guadalupe Victoria - first president of Mexico (1824-1829).
- Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna - Is one of the most controversial people in Mexican history, as he helped establish the First Republic in Mexico (1824), but lost Texas (1835) and most of the northern territories to the United States (1846-1848). Later, sold southern New Mexico and Arizona to the US (1853), prompting his removal as president of Mexico (1854).
- Benito Juarez - most cherished president of Mexico; resisted the French occupation (1861-1867), overthrew the Empire imposed by the French invaders and restored the Second Republic, also making large efforts to modernize the country.
- Lazaro Cardenas - president of Mexico who nationalized the oil's industry (1938).
What else can I help you with?
Why is 1917 an important date in Mexican history?
It is the year the last and current draft of the Mexican Constitution was made (February 5).
What does the phrase Cinco de Mayo mean and why is it an important day in Mexican history?
Cinco de Mayo means May 5. It is significant in Mexico's history because Mexican forces were victorious against the French in the Battle of Pueblo during the French-Mexican War on May 5, 1862.
What are the release dates for History Detectives - 2003 Great Mexican War Posters Muhlenberg Robe Nora Holt Autograph Book 5-5?
History Detectives - 2003 Great Mexican War Posters Muhlenberg Robe Nora Holt Autograph Book 5-5 was released on: USA: 23 July 2007
List 5 important people in your state history?
Jorge miner Roger stevenburg Helen Harrison frank yonders peter Watson
What is the value of a gold 5 Mexican peso?
What is the value of GOLD 5 MEXICAN PESOS
How many people attend Cinco de Mayo each year?
5 Mexican Kings were murdered.
What are 5 important events of Hawaii's state history?
the atack of perl harbor
Why is March 5 1842 so important to texas history?
A Mexican force of over 500 men under Rafael Vasquez invaded Texas for the first time since the revolution. They briefly occupied San Antonio, but soon headed back to the Rio Grande.
What are the release dates for Mexican Made Easy - 2010 Mexican Classics 5-3?
Mexican Made Easy - 2010 Mexican Classics 5-3 was released on: USA: 19 May 2012
What is South Park Mexican's birthday?
South Park Mexican was born on October 5, 1971.
How are the Cinco de Mayo and Juneteenth celebrations alike?
They both commemorate important events in the history of Mexico. Mexican Independence is celebrated on September 16 and celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain on September 16, 1810. Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla during the French-Mexican War on May 5, 1862 and is celebrated on May 5.
Why is General Zaragoza important to Cinco de Mayo?
The Cinco de Mayo 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.
