María Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez: Champion of Mexican Independence Posted March 17, 2024 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Little-Known History The wife of a colonial magistrate became a key player in Mexico’s War of Independence from Spain.
The Unpriestly Life of Father Servando Teresa de Mier Posted February 16, 2020February 17, 2020 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Little-Known History A rebel priest who escaped prison 7 times, he played an important role in creating the nation of Mexico.
Ana María, Forgotten Empress of Mexico Posted August 28, 2017 Robert Bitto3 CommentsPosted in Little-Known History Lost to history, Empress Ana María is unknown to most Mexicans today.
Gertrudis Bocanegra, Heroine of the War of Mexican Independence Posted December 19, 2016December 19, 2016 Robert BittoLeave a commentPosted in Little-Known History The story of a woman and her pivotal role in Mexico’s struggle for independence.
