History of Modern Mexico

Three credits · Undergraduate

Modern Mexico from independence to present: independence war 1810-1821; 19th century civil war, rebellion, and banditry; indigenous peoples’ struggles; foreign intervention and Mexican relations with North America and Europe. Special attention is paid to the Mexican Revolution of 1910. The course follows developments in the post-revolutionary era to explore popular culture, gender and sexuality, modernization, democracy, and social justice. Prerequisite: HIST 255 or 256 recommended. Three credits. Not offered 2026-2027.