Mexico

By cwadlund
  • Jan 1, 1519

    Spanish Discovery

    Hernan Cortes discovers lands at Vera Cruz
  • Jan 1, 1521

    Destruction of the Aztec Empire

    The Spanish Conquistadors destroy the Aztec civilization and countles other Native Tribes

  • Mexican Independence

    Mexico claims independence from Spain

  • War with the U.S.

    After over 2 years of war with the U.S., Mexico cedes much of its land.

  • Mexican Revolution

    After over 7 years of war and a million casualties, Mexico signs its new Constitution

  • Land distribution

    Land distribition begins under Preisident Cardenas

  • Nationalization of foreign petroleum companies

  • Women's right to vote

    Women win the right to vote after a major women's movement

  • Olympic games

    Mexico hold the Olympic games but the event is overshadowed with riots and violence

  • Economic Crisis

    The 80's marks a decade of economic crisis

  • NAFTA

    The North American Free Trade Agreement is passed in the 90's with the hope of improved economic conditions

  • Political unrest and drug cartel violence

    The 21st century starts with continued political corruption and violent drug cartels controling Mexico