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.
History
Lázaro Cárdenas, born in 1895, rose from humble beginnings to become a pivotal figure in Mexican history. A veteran of the Mexican Revolution, he became president in 1934, implementing significant reforms including land redistribution and the nationalization of the oil industry.
Music
Julián Carrillo's "Sound 13" revolutionized music by breaking the traditional 12-tone system. Inspired by subdividing violin strings, he discovered microtones—quarter, third, and even sixteenth tones—creating scales with 24, 36, or 96 notes.
History
During Mexico's "Dirty War," the state committed horrific human rights abuses, including "death flights"—victims, often suspected dissidents, were tortured, murdered, and thrown from aircraft into the sea.
History
Spanish brutality in New Spain ignited centuries of indigenous resistance. The encomienda system's cruel exploitation led to uprisings by figures like Guajuco and Cabrito. Despite brief peace attempts by figures like Barbadillo, the cycle of violence continued.
Music
Before the Mexican Revolution, music was all about fancy European stuff. But when the people rose up, music became a powerful voice for freedom and rebellion. Women played a crucial role, not just supporting the troops, but inspiring some of the most powerful songs ever written.
History
María Encarnación Mares, a woman who defied societal norms, joined the Mexican Revolution as a Soldadera, a warrior woman. These women, often overlooked, played a crucial role in the fight for freedom, serving as soldiers, caregivers, and providers.
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.