This mostly forgotten war led to Mexico losing over half its territory and the United States expanding to the Pacific. The lecture examines the political and economic background of the conflict, what led to it, and the roles of such factors as Texas annexation in 1845, slavery, racism, the Democratic and Whig parties, and Manifest... Read more
Grutas de Tolantongo is a worker owned eco-resort in the State of Hidalgo. Tolantongo is situated in a spectacular box canyon where a thermal river flows from the side of a mountain. Working together, the campesinos have built warm infinity pools to relax in, hotel and cabin facilities for visitors to stay in, and hiking trails and a zip line for the more adventurous. This popular democratically run resort has raised the living standards of the local people and is inspiring many with a way forward for Mexico. The Center for Global Justice has produced a documentary film about this cooperative, directed by Atahualpa Caldera.
When
Feb 25th, 2016 1:00 pm
Location
Sala Quetzal
La Biblioteca Publica, Rejoj 50A, Centro
San Miguel de Allende, GUA 37700
Mexico
La Biblioteca Publica, Rejoj 50A, Centro
San Miguel de Allende, GUA 37700
Mexico
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