Historical Events tagged with "mexicali"
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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Mexico and USA Border
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.
Continue ReadingMagonista Rebellion Ignited by Mexicali Capture
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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