Wright, Hunter Imperialism Timeline 1820-1920

  • Mexico wins its independence from Spain.

    Mexico wins its independence from Spain.
  • Mexico becomes a republic.

    Mexico becomes a republic.
  • Napoleon III sent French troops to overthrow Mexico's government.

    Napoleon III sent French troops to overthrow Mexico's government.
  • Berlin Conference

    Berlin Conference
    The meeting of the major western powers of the world to discuss about the control of Africa. It lasted from 1884-1885.
  • Porfirio Díaz was reelected as president of Mexico.

    Porfirio Díaz was reelected as president of Mexico.
  • Francisco Madero was executed.

    Francisco Madero was executed.
  • Pancho Villa launched an attack on Columbus, New Mexico when the U.S. recognized the government of Venustiano Carranza.

    Pancho Villa launched an attack on Columbus, New Mexico when the U.S. recognized the government of Venustiano Carranza.
  • Venustiano Carranza's new constitution went into effect in Mexico.

    Venustiano Carranza's new constitution went into effect in Mexico.