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

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Worth, during the Mexican-American War.1855. Library of Congress. In 1844, President James K. Polk ran on a Democratic platform that supported manifest destiny, the idea that Americans were ...

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 ...

Worth, during the Mexican-American War.1855. Library of Congress. In 1844, President James K. Polk ran on a Democratic platform that supported manifest destiny, the idea that Americans were ...