The Long Shadow of Mexico’s War Over Catholicism
A century ago, the Cristero war pitted Catholics against the state—and left a lasting impact on the country’s left, still visible today.
121 Years Late, A Brazil-Bolivia Bridge Takes Shape
Promised in a 1903 treaty, the Mamoré International Bridge is set to finally take shape—on a continent increasingly geared toward trade with Asia.
When Mexico Tried a Different Approach to Drugs—and Washington Said No
In 1940, a major reform envisioned treating drug addiction with regulated dispensaries, until the U.S. helped put a stop to it.
Long View: When An Austrian Archduke Became Emperor of Mexico
The little-known story of the 19th-century French invasion that gave rise to Cinco de Mayo.
Long View: The 16th-Century Trade Route That Brought China to Mexico
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The Middle Kingdom is hardly new to Latin America. One trade route dates back to the 16th century, and had major historical implications.
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