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History of Mexico / 1861-1887

By Hubert Howe Bancroft

Book information

Publisher
Publishers, The History Company
Year
1888
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
52 MB (54828976 bytes)
Series
The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft; 14
Volume
6
Pages
772\772
Orientation
portrait
Paginated
yes
Scanned
yes
Time added
2024-08-21 05:38:39

Description

Hubert Howe Bancroft's "History of Mexico, Vol. VI (1861-1887)" delves into a tumultuous period in Mexico's history, marked by political instability, foreign intervention, and the establishment of a short-lived monarchy. The volume explores the country's internal struggles, including the War of Reform and the rise of Benito Juárez as a key figure in Mexican politics.One of the central themes of the volume is the French invasion and the establishment of the Second Mexican Empire under Emperor Maximilian I. Bancroft examines the factors that led to foreign intervention, the challenges faced by the empire, and its eventual downfall. The volume also explores the role of Mexican resistance forces in opposing the French occupation and restoring republican rule.In addition to the political developments, Bancroft discusses the social and economic changes that occurred during this era. He examines the impact of foreign intervention on Mexico's economy, the growing influence of liberalism, and the challenges faced by the Mexican government in consolidating its authority.

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