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Spain conquers Mexico
Spain conquers the rest of Mexico and Spanish settlers arrive. Mexico is part of the colony of New Spain. -
War of Independence begins
The Mexican War of Independence begins led by Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo. -
Miguel Hidalgo is executed by the Spanish.
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The War of Independence ends
The War of Independence ends and Mexico declares its independence on September 27th. -
Agustin de Iturbide is declared the first Emperor of Mexico.
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Guadalupe Victoria takes office as the first President of Mexico. Mexico becomes a republic.
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Guadalupe Victoria takes office as the first President of Mexico. Mexico becomes a republic.
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Santa Anna becomes president for the first time.
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The Texas Revolution begins.
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The Mexican-American War begins.
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The United States Army occupies Mexico City.
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Mexico sells portions of New Mexico
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Santa Anna is exiled from Mexico.
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The French invade Mexico
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Benito Jaurez expels the French and becomes president.
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The Mexican Revolution begins led by Emiliano Zapata.
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Porfirio Díaz
President Porfirio Diaz, who ruled as dictator for 35 years, is overthrown and replaced with revolutionary Francisco Madero. -
The Mexican Constitution is adopted.
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The Summer Olympics are held in Mexico City.
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Vicente Fox is elected president.
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Andrés Manuel López Obrador
Left-wing former mayor of Mexico City, Andres Manuel López Obrador, is inaugurated president after winning an overwhelming victory in the July presidential election.