The Mexican Revolution: The Constitution Of 1917

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The constitution of 1917 marked the Mexican Revolution, to realize their ideals still place takes place today. The first message and constitution was signed in 1814, to legally gain independence from Spain. Another constitution was made in 1824, but the people who wrote it were focused on how the government was functioning. After some time has passed they made changes to the constitution, which included a judicial system and it lasted until the revolution started. The revolution was supposed to overthrow Diaz, but it seemed as though peaceful protests did not work, so Madero called for the people to fight back. After, it lasted for some years Diaz resigned and Madero was elected the Mexican President. Madero instantly started to reform the

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