Elementary Mexico History

Mexican Independence

By 1840, all of the United Provinces of Central America had broken ties with Spain and became their own countries.

Timeline

Mexico and Central America between 1800-2000

Thoughts

• Why would Mexico and Central America want independence?

• What could happen after independence?

Mexican Revolution

Mexico was unstable. There wasn't a clear leader. There was a period of armed rebellion between the people of Mexico and widespread poverty. A new constitution was written in 1917. After years of turmoil, Mexico held their first free election in 2000.

Soldaderas/Adelitas

• Women Warriors and

  Women who were involved in the Mexican Revolution

• Some dressed and men and became officers

• Some took on a new identity permanently while others resumed their role as a woman

Open Ended

Compare and contrast the United States and Mexico during their fight for independence. What do you think was the same? What do you think was different?

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