Although a movement toward Mexican independence had already been in progress since Napoleon's conquest of Spain, Hidalgo's passionate declaration was a swift, unpremeditated decision. "Mexicanos, Viva ...

including some lesser-known Mexican Independence War facts? Let’s dive in! September 16 — While many think Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) is Mexico’s Independence Day, it’s actually celebrated ...

16, 1810 — a call to action by priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla to fight for Mexico’s independence from Spain, according to ...

Polk when he ordered General Zachary Taylor to seize disputed territory along the Mexican border with Texas. In the words of ...

Mexico's president emphasized on Tuesday that she will defend her nation's sovereignty and independence but also pursue dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump, a day after he began his new term ...

On Feb. 2, 1848, the war between the United States and Mexico formally ended with the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe ...

However, it never went into effect due to the Mexican War of Independence. The document referred to the country’s territory as “América Mexicana,” though that didn’t include the United ...

Monday, September 16, is Mexican Independence Day, the anniversary of Mexico’s declaration of independence from Spain after being under colonial rule for over 300 years. This day represents solidarity ...

Such a master symbol is Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico's patroness--and Empress of the Americas. During the Mexican War of Independence against Spain, her image preceded the insurgents into battle.

POLDARK MINE. Immediately after the Mexican War of Independence in 1824, Cornish miners were recruited to reopen the famous silver and gold mines of Real del Monte. Emigrants married locals so ...

POLDARK MINE. Immediately after the Mexican War of Independence in 1824, Cornish miners were recruited to reopen the famous silver and gold mines of Real del Monte. Emigrants married locals so ...