The 300-Year Colonization of Mexico & Unconquered Indigenous Spirit | Drum Circle News
In this 11-minute interview, I sit down with Miguel to discuss the 300-year process of colonizing what is now Mexico, which was once part of the Spanish Empire. Miguel explains how the Spanish, after colonizing Mexico, attempted to expand northward into Texas, where they faced strong resistance from the Comanche and Cherokee tribes. Despite their efforts, the Spanish were forced to pay rent to these tribes until they allied with British settlers to eventually overpower them. We also discuss how Mexico eventually rose up and defeated the Spanish, establishing the country we know today. Miguel emphasizes that the people who now run Mexico are not the original indigenous inhabitants, leading us to explore the differences between the colonization of U.S. natives and Mexican natives. Ultimately, we conclude that neither of our peoples has truly been conquered.
Key Topics:
The 300-year colonization of Mexico by Spain
Resistance from Comanche and Cherokee tribes
The eventual rise of Mexico and the defeat of the Spanish
Differences in the colonization experiences of U.S. and Mexican natives
The enduring spirit of indigenous peoples
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