The term "history" refers to the study and recording of previous events. Prehistoric times are those that occurred before the development of written records. "History" is a catch-all phrase that includes not only events of the past but also their recollection, study, collecting, presentation, and interpretation.
Travel
Dark tourism explores humanity's morbid fascination with death and disaster. From concentration camps to cemeteries, thrill-seeking travelers visit sites of tragedy and macabre attractions. Driven by a need for unique experiences, some seek "slum tourism" or "trips of no return".
History
The Spanish conquistadors, a bunch of gold-hungry, God-fearing adventurers, stormed the Americas. They plundered, enslaved, and proselytized their way across the continent, leaving a trail of blood, treasure, and cathedrals.
History
The Villegas family, once a powerful force in 17th century Mexico, saw their influence decline in the 18th century. Through strategic marriages, they aimed to maintain their social and economic status, but the changing societal norms and the dilution of the family name led to their eventual decline.
History
The Villegas family, an indigenous noble lineage from central Mexico, gained prominence during the Spanish colonial era. The family's ability to adapt to the changing social and political landscape allowed them to maintain their status and legacy for generations.
History
The Spanish colonial period saw marriage as a strategic tool for power and social control. Noble families forged alliances to maintain status and wealth, while the Church sought to impose monogamy on indigenous populations.
History
The Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire transformed the indigenous power structure. Caciques, the new indigenous leaders, emerged as a bridge between the Spanish and the indigenous population.
Originals
The Aztecs had a twisted sense of sport. Their ball games, tlachtli and ullamaliztli, were not just games but often death sentences. Players, often prisoners or slaves, fought for their lives in brutal matches. The losing side faced sacrifice to the gods.
Crime
The murder of DEA agent Kiki Camarena in 1985 sparked a diplomatic crisis between Mexico and the US. The DEA's aggressive pursuit of justice, often involving illegal tactics, strained bilateral relations.
History
The Spanish established indigenous cabildos to control indigenous populations in the Americas. These local governing bodies incorporated elements of indigenous governance but imposed a rigid Spanish-style hierarchy.
History
The encomienda was a Spanish colonial institution that granted indigenous labor to Spanish colonists. Encomenderos were supposed to protect and educate their indigenous charges, but often exploited them for personal gain.
State of Mexico
Jocotitlán, located on the slopes of Xocotépetl in the State of Mexico, is a town steeped in history and geographical significance. Once a vital trade route and battleground between the Mexica and Purépecha, it has faced ecological challenges due to deforestation and agriculture.
Crime
In Mexico's Golden Triangle, where Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Durango meet, children are groomed into the drug trade from birth. This exposé reveals how El Chapo, like many others, went from planting poppies as a child to running a global drug empire.
History
In 1804, Mexico's Protomedicato published a guide for treating measles, targeting the poor. The manual detailed symptoms, remedies, and treatments - from barley water to bloodletting. While seemingly primitive by today's standards, this document offers fascinating insights.
History
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a priest, led Mexico's independence movement in 1810, boosting local economies with silk and pottery. His revolutionary actions are documented in various historical records, showcasing his role in liberating Mexico from Spanish rule.
History
In the 1970s, the DEA transformed drug enforcement in Mexico through a complex web of operations. What began as small-scale interventions evolved into systematic campaigns, involving official agents, border personnel, and temporary operatives.
Originals
A group of Americans visit a Mexican town seeking a 19th-century buried treasure. They have a detailed map but mysteriously disappear after initial inquiries. The local community is intrigued by the legend and the foreigners' sudden interest, leaving the mystery unsolved.