... is quite a different thing for criticism to come from foreigners, especially North Americans. While it is important and beneficial to have a knowledge of Mexican history and politics, be careful of judging too quickly and be aware of the people to whom you express your opinions. History, Geography, & ... caudillos as well as the presence of General Santa Ana. Santa Ana dominated Mexican politics for about 30 years, and it was under his command that Mexico lost Texas, as well as losing the Mexican-American War. By the 1850's, many foreign interests wanted to control Mexico, including Euro...

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