TIMELINE 3

  • 1920 BCE

    Mexican Revolution (1920)

    1920: The revolution ends, leading to land reforms and the establishment of a more democratic government.
  • 1910 BCE

    Mexican Revolution (1910)

    1910: Revolution begins against the dictatorship of Porfirio Díaz, led by figures like Francisco Madero, Emiliano Zapata, and Pancho Villa.
  • 1862 BCE

    Second French Intervention (1862)

    French troops invade Mexico; Mexicans win the Battle of Puebla on May 5 (Cinco de Mayo).
  • 1848 BCE

    Invasion of USA in Mexico (1848)

    1848: The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed, with Mexico ceding over half its territory (including California and the Southwest) to the U.S.
  • 1846 BCE

    Invasion of USA in Mexico (1846)

    1846: War breaks out due to territorial disputes after Texas is annexed by the U.S.
  • 1839 BCE

    Pastry War (1839)

    1839: Mexico agrees to pay 600,000 pesos to France, ending the conflict.
  • 1838 BCE

    Pastry War (1838)

    1838: French forces invade Mexico, demanding compensation for damages to French citizens (including a pastry chef’s claim).
  • 1836 BCE

    The Separation of Texas (1836)

    1836: Texas declares independence after the Battle of San Jacinto, becoming the Republic of Texas.
  • 1821 BCE

    Independence of Mexico (1821)

    Mexico gains independence from Spain with the signing of the Treaty of Córdoba, establishing the Mexican Empire.
  • 1810 BCE

    Independence of Mexico (1810)

    Miguel Hidalgo initiates the fight for independence with the "Grito de Dolores."