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- 600<\/a> – The Toltec civilization gained a hold in Mexico’s central valley, thanks to their militaristic approach.<\/li>\n
- 900<\/a> – The Toltec civilization dominated Mexico until invaders finally weakened and subdued it in 1200.<\/li>\n
- 1325<\/a> – Aztecs migrated to the central valley to settle. Eventually, the Aztecs joined with two other civilizations to form a three-way alliance in this region.<\/li>\n
- 1428<\/a> – The Aztec civilization continued to grow in Mexico. Aztec economy boomed and the empire grew, creating temples, bustling markets, and powerful political forces.<\/li>\n
- 1517<\/a> – The first European explorer arrived on the Yucat\u00e1n peninsula. Francisco Fern\u00e1ndez de C\u00f3rdoba clashed with Mexican inhabitants, and he returned to Cuba with reports about his findings.<\/li>\n
- 1519<\/a> – Hern\u00e1n Cort\u00e9s left Cuba and arrived on the Yucat\u00e1n peninsula, intending to take over the region. Cort\u00e9s proceeded to march his troops inland into Mexico.<\/li>\n
- 1521<\/a> – Spaniard forces and their allies engaged in battles with the Aztecs and their allies. Eventually the Spaniard forces overcame the Aztecs and this civilization fell. Cort\u00e9s proceeded to raze the Aztec city, and he built Mexico City to replace it.<\/li>\n
- 1808<\/a> – Napoleon Bonaparte assumed control of Spain. European conflicts set the stage for the Mexican war for independence.<\/li>\n
- 1810<\/a> – Father Manuel Hidalgo incited a Mexican rebellion as inhabitants sought independence from the political forces that occupied Mexico City.<\/li>\n
- 1814<\/a> (PDF) – Jose Morelos, a Mexican priest, took over for Hidalgo after his death. Morelos announced a Mexican republic.<\/li>\n
- 1821<\/a> – The Plan of Iguala established Mexico as an independent nation. The Roman Catholic Church was the official state church.<\/li>\n
- 1823<\/a> – Guadalupe Victoria became the first elected president of Mexico.<\/li>\n
- 1833<\/a> – Antonio L\u00f3pez de Santa Anna became president of Mexico. Sam Houston defeated Santa Anna in 1836 in the battle of San Jacinto.<\/li>\n
- 1846<\/a> – The United States declared war on Mexico as the two countries vied for Texas. The U.S. defeated Mexico after a series of invasions.<\/li>\n
- 1857<\/a> – Juan \u00c1lvarez led Mexico toward reform with a new constitution that allowed freedoms such as freedom of speech and male suffrage.<\/li>\n
- 1861<\/a> – Benito J\u00faarez became Mexican president. J\u00faarez is best remembered for his suspension of payment for Mexico’s debts to other governments. France placed Maximilian, the Archduke of Austria, onto the Mexican throne.<\/li>\n
- 1867<\/a> – With Benito J\u00faarez still the recognized leader of Mexico by many nations, France removed its troops from Mexico City. Maximilian relinquished his throne and J\u00faarez reassumed his control of Mexico. Maximilian is executed.<\/li>\n
- 1877<\/a> – Porfirio D\u00edaz became Mexico’s leader and ruled until 1911. D\u00edaz was instrumental in Mexico’s economic and commercial growth during his control.<\/li>\n
- 1910<\/a> – Francisco Madero opposed D\u00edaz in a presidential election and won. Madero began working toward a popular revolution of Mexico.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- 1913<\/a> – Riots broke out and Madero was deposed in a coup by led by General Victoriano Huerta. Huerta assumed the title of dictator and ordered the execution of Madero.<\/li>\n
- 1917<\/a> – Venustiano Carranza kept Mexico out of World War I. Carranza paved the way to a new Mexican constitution.<\/li>\n
- 1923<\/a> – General \u00c1lvaro Obreg\u00f3n was the Mexican president. Obreg\u00f3n stepped down briefly from the office of president, and he was then reelected in 1928.<\/li>\n
- 1934<\/a> – L\u00e1zaro C\u00e1rdenas was elected president. C\u00e1rdenas was instrumental in reforms such as distributing land to peasants and administration of the oil industry.<\/li>\n
- 1940<\/a> – Manuel \u00c1vila Camacho was elected Mexican president. Because of its alliance with the United States, Mexico declared war on the Axis powers after the Pearl Harbor attack.<\/li>\n
- 1946<\/a> – A new civilian president assumed power. Miguel Alem\u00e1n led Mexico through economic growth during this era.<\/li>\n
- 1968<\/a> – The 1968 Olympic Games was hosted by Mexico City, despite a violent demonstration that occurred about 10 days before the opening of the games.<\/li>\n
- 1976<\/a> – Oil is discovered in the Bay of Campeche. Later analysis of the oil reveals that it is of low quality.<\/li>\n
- 1985<\/a> – An earthquake occurred on September 19, 1985, killing almost 10,000 people.<\/li>\n
- 1992<\/a> – Mexico’s President Carlos Salinas signed the North American Free Trade Agreement with U.S. President George H.W. Bush and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney.<\/li>\n
- 1994<\/a> (PDF) – Ernesto Zedillo Ponce de Leon became Mexican president. Shortly thereafter, the Mexican peso took a sharp plunge in value.<\/li>\n
- 2000<\/a> – The Mexican presidency shifted over to Vicente Fox. Fox led the country with a conservative hand, working toward beneficial reform.<\/li>\n
- 2006<\/a> (PDF) – A close election resulted in a presidential victory for Felipe Calder\u00f3n. This new president’s focus turned to internal issues such as social injustice and poverty.<\/li>\n
- Present Day<\/a> – In 2012, Enrique Pe\u00f1a Nieto was elected Mexico’s president. His focus centers on economic growth while addressing issues such as drug-related violence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nAlthough Mexico continues to struggle with significant issues such as poverty and drug-related violence, modest growth indicates improvements throughout the country. Consumer confidence continues to wane somewhat as residents struggle to remain optimistic about their economy. The beauty of the region reliably pulls tourists in for vacation rentals. Mexico offers sunny warmth and a rich historical culture for visitors. Tourists can find a variety of accommodations, including Rocky Point rentals, and Puerto Pe\u00f1asco reservations.<\/p>\n - 1917<\/a> – Venustiano Carranza kept Mexico out of World War I. Carranza paved the way to a new Mexican constitution.<\/li>\n
- 900<\/a> – The Toltec civilization dominated Mexico until invaders finally weakened and subdued it in 1200.<\/li>\n