Historical Events tagged with "nuevo león"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Jenni Rivera and Six Others Die in Plane Crash

December 9th, 2012 12 years ago

A plane crash in Mexico resulted in the deaths of seven individuals, including renowned singer and television producer Jenni Rivera. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff from Monterrey, Nuevo León, en route to Toluca. Rivera was returning home after a concert, and the tragic accident shocked her fans and the Latin music community. Investigations immediately followed to determine the cause of the crash, which raised concerns regarding aviation safety in the region.

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Crime & Law

Forty-four killed in Apodaca prison fight

February 19th, 2012 13 years ago

A violent confrontation erupted in the Apodaca prison in Nuevo León, Mexico, resulting in the deaths of forty-four inmates. The violence began around midnight and reportedly involved rival gangs within the prison. Authorities stated that the fight continued for hours before police were able to restore order. Despite efforts to control the situation, overcrowding and insufficient resources contributed to the unrest. This incident highlighted ongoing issues with the prison system in Mexico, particularly regarding gang violence and inadequacy in rehabilitation efforts.

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Politics & Government

Founding of Real Santiago de las Sabinas

July 25th, 1693 331 years ago

Ignacio de Maya established Real Santiago de las Sabinas, which later became known as Sabinas Hidalgo in Nuevo León, Mexico, as part of efforts to expand Spanish settlements in the region. The founding aimed to secure the area for agriculture and trade, contributing to the development of northern Mexico and facilitating interactions between indigenous groups and Spanish settlers.

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