Review Of "the City Of Mexico In The Age Of Diaz"

Michael Johns, an earth scientist and writer at the University of California at Berkeley, in the novel "Mexico City of Diaz Times" pointed out that Central Zocalo in Mexico City does more than just geography. The western part is isolated, but the national spirit of Mexico is the same. During the era of Diaz 's democratic facade, the upper classes flourished in plantation, feudal economics and exports of the rulers of Diaz, seeking to maintain the social image of Europe.

Porfirio Diaz took control as president of Mexico in 1876 and effectively controlled the state of Mexico for 35 years, generally called Porfiriato. Diaz's rule is remembered as the era of modernization of Mexico, the rule of law, and healthy economic growth. Despite being affected by the acronym, Porfiriato made a great investment in mining and railroad industries, seeing the liberalization of the Mexican economy. Development of modern cities, increased participation of women's labor force, redistribution of geographical and socio-economic population is one of Porfiriato's most advantageous heritage.

Hernan Cortes' soldier Bernal Diaz del Castillo explains what he saw when he entered the current city of Tenectity in 1519 as follows. We were surprised when cities and villages were built in water and other large town dry lands, and straight and horizontal roads leading to Mexico, we were surprised and it was surprised that it was the attraction of the charm they told Amadis legend Seemingly, the huge towers and buildings are made of water and are built. Some soldiers ask if we see what they see is a dream. "

1913 - February Felix Diaz released from prison. A military coup d'état planned by Felix Diaz, Bernardo Reyes and others began (* 10). "Decatragica", or a tragedy of ten days, swallowed the battle of Mexico City. Such a battle has taken place in the center of Mexico City since the fierce battle of the city of Tenoktitong by Cortez. 1913 - February 18. Huerta opposed President Madero, joining the small rebellion he was sent to fight, sent General Orerano Blanche to the king's palace to arrest Madero. Gudrow's brother Gustavo and most government ministers were also arrested (* 11). Since the negotiations took place under the direction of the American Henry Ryan Wilson Ambassador (* 12), Huerta's agreement to change his position was called "Embassy Tournament." After a series of political and legal operations, Huerta took office as President of Mexico (* 13).