Educated in American schools for my entire life. Learning about Mexico was not a part of the school curriculum. Did a quick study on my own and am happy to present my findings. Just an overview.
Don’t know much about the history of Mexico except for two nations – the Mayans and the Aztecs; and two men – Cortés and Pancho Villa.
What was taught about the aforementioned nations? Well! They were great!! Advanced civilizations. Outstanding architecture. Really good math skills. A calendar! Sounds impressive so far. Human sacrifices as a part of worship. Say what? Sorry. But … should one truly mourn that these “great” kingdoms were finally conquered? ( My opinion. )
What lessons were learned about the Spanish conquistador, Hernán Cortés? Time frame? 1500s. It was said that when he arrived in Mexico he took note of two things. One, there was gold; and two, the tribes were warring with each other. So he sat back and waited until they all but killed each other and whoever was left standing? Came in and knocked them down! Took over and claimed the country for Spain .
Have no appreciation for the so-called “art of war” but must admit … that was a smooth move.
As for the man Pancho Villa? He arrived on the scene in the 1900s. It depends on who tells his story or sings his song. Some count him as a bandit and an outlaw. Others laud him as a hero of the Mexican Revolution.
( My opinion. )
From my way long after the fact / backseat driver’s point of view? Looks like he always sided with the wrong person in charge, and made enemies when he should have been negotiating and compromising. His lack of diplomatic skills is what got him killed. He was assassinated in 1920. Mind you he had already retired and was no longer actively involved in the political “heat”. So what must one think? Gunned down by friend doing him a favor or an enemy returning a “favor”?
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That was then. This is NOW. All we ever hear on our news about Mexico is illegals coming across the U.S. border in the hope of a better life because drug cartels are warring on their side of the fence – roaming the streets, wreaking havoc and causing bloodshed, etc., etc. and the U.S. president will build a wall to stop them!
Sure can’t use the Cortés strategy and wait them out.
Americans can not afford to ignore Mexico. After all they are our next door neighbor.
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