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What was a primary method used by Porfirio Díaz to maintain his grip on power during his rule?
What was a primary method used by Porfirio Díaz to maintain his grip on power during his rule?
Which group was known for its support of Díaz and focused on scientific and economic modernization?
Which group was known for its support of Díaz and focused on scientific and economic modernization?
What does the phrase 'Pan o palo' symbolize in the context of Díaz's rule?
What does the phrase 'Pan o palo' symbolize in the context of Díaz's rule?
What was the slogan of the Porfirato, encapsulating Díaz's governance philosophy?
What was the slogan of the Porfirato, encapsulating Díaz's governance philosophy?
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How long did Porfirio Díaz rule Mexico, in total?
How long did Porfirio Díaz rule Mexico, in total?
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What was one significant outcome of the Mexican Revolution on the nation's identity?
What was one significant outcome of the Mexican Revolution on the nation's identity?
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What characterized the socio-economic makeup of revolutionary leadership during the Mexican Revolution?
What characterized the socio-economic makeup of revolutionary leadership during the Mexican Revolution?
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In what capacity did the United States engage with Díaz's regime?
In what capacity did the United States engage with Díaz's regime?
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What aspect of the hacienda system generated resentment among the Mexican people?
What aspect of the hacienda system generated resentment among the Mexican people?
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Which economic issue contributed significantly to the discontent that led to the Mexican Revolution?
Which economic issue contributed significantly to the discontent that led to the Mexican Revolution?
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What was a key method used by Díaz to maintain power in Mexico?
What was a key method used by Díaz to maintain power in Mexico?
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What was the central aim of Madero's Plan of San Luis Potosí?
What was the central aim of Madero's Plan of San Luis Potosí?
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What were the consequences of the Ten Tragic Days?
What were the consequences of the Ten Tragic Days?
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What was one of Villa's primary goals during the Mexican Revolution?
What was one of Villa's primary goals during the Mexican Revolution?
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What was the outcome of Villa's efforts during the Revolution regarding land redistribution?
What was the outcome of Villa's efforts during the Revolution regarding land redistribution?
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Who played a pivotal role in the coup against Madero during the Ten Tragic Days?
Who played a pivotal role in the coup against Madero during the Ten Tragic Days?
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Study Notes
Mexican Revolution (1884-1940)
- Revolution in a country with lengthy stability and massive social inequality
- Revolutionary leadership diverse with varied aims
- Revolution prolonged and costly
- 1917 Constitution highly progressive, influential on country and region
- Revolution impacted notably on arts, aiming to overcome racial divides and incorporate Indian heritage into national identity
Porfirio Díaz's Rule (1884-1911)
- Ruled Mexico for about 35 years
- Maintained power via repression, election manipulation, military force, and economic control
- Used Guardias rurales (rural police) to maintain order and loyalty in rural areas
- Pan o palo (bread or stick): policy of rewarding allies and punishing opponents
- Cientificos: intellectuals supporting modernization (favouring foreign investment over social welfare)
- Porfiriato: period of Díaz's rule, authoritarian, modernizing, and repressive. Slogan: "Order and Progress."
- U.S. invested heavily in Mexican industries (mining, railroads, oil), benefiting from Diaz's policies
Causes of the Mexican Revolution
- Social: Hacienda system (large estates) exploited Indigenous and mestizo peasants, causing resentment and land loss
- Economic: Economic inequality, foreign ownership, and poor working conditions fueled discontent. Wealth benefitted a small elite and foreigners, leaving most Mexicans impoverished.
- Political: Díaz concentrated power through election manipulation, loyal governors, opposition elimination, centralized authoritarianism
Mexican Revolution Leaders (1910-1917)
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Francisco Madero:
- Started revolution with the Plan of San Luis Potosí (Nov. 20, 1910)
- Goals: political reform, democracy, and free elections/end of dictatorship
- Partially achieved goals; ousted Diaz, but reforms incomplete
- The Ten Tragic Days (La Decena Trágica) in Feb 1913 saw Madero betrayed, assassinated by military leaders
- Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson plotting against Madero
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Pancho Villa:
- Goals: land reform, economic justice, challenge elite power. Redistribution of wealth/opportunities for the poor
- Some land redistributed but faced government opposition
- Goals not fully realized due to internal conflicts and changing politics
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Emiliano Zapata:
- Sought land reform, defending the rights of peasants
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Venustiano Carranza:
- Initially supported Madero but later opposed Villa and Zapata, seeking to establish a stable government.
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Description
Explore the complexities of the Mexican Revolution from 1884 to 1940, focusing on the social inequality and diverse leadership that characterized this period. Learn about Porfirio Díaz's authoritarian rule, his policies, and the transformative 1917 Constitution that shaped modern Mexico. Delve into how the revolution impacted arts and national identity amidst the struggles for social justice.
