Historical Events tagged with "mexicali"

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Natural Disasters

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Mexico and USA Border

April 4th, 2010 14 years ago

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck south of the Mexico-USA border, resulting in at least two fatalities and widespread damage across regions in both countries. The quake's epicenter was located southeast of Mexicali, Baja California, causing buildings to sway and tremble for several seconds. Emergency services responded promptly, searching for survivors and assessing the damage, which affected both residential and commercial structures across various areas. Thousands were reported to have lost power, and the tremors were felt as far north as Los Angeles, California.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Magonista Rebellion Ignited by Mexicali Capture

January 29th, 1911 114 years ago

The Mexican Liberal Party captured Mexicali, triggering the Magonista rebellion led by the Magón brothers. This event marked a significant chapter in the Mexican Revolution, as it illustrated the escalating tensions in Mexico regarding land reform and workers' rights. The success at Mexicali symbolized the liberal factions' growing power and their challenge to the authoritarian regime of Porfirio Díaz, pushing forward the revolutionary cause throughout the country.

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