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Topic 11: The Mexican Revolution

The Mexican Revolution, which began on 20 November 1910, is considered the first major political, social and cultural revolution of the 20th century. It was an armed conflict that led to a civil war which radically transformed the country's political and social structures. 

Specifically this topic covers:

  • The rule of Porfirio Diaz form 1884
  • Causes of the Mexican Revolution
  • The revolution and its leaders
  • The construction of the post-revolutionary state
  • Larazo Cardenas and the renewal of revolution (1934 - 1940)
  • The role of foreign powers - especially the US - in the outbreak and development of the Mexican revolution
  • Impact of the revolution on women, the arts, education and music

1. The rule of Porfirio Diaz from 1884 and causes of Revolution

2. The revolution and its leaders

3. Mexico: post-revolutionary state (1920–1940)

4. Mexican Revolution: Women & culture

5. Mexican Revolution: Essay planning

6. Mexican Revolution: Graded student exemplars

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