This document summarizes three important celebrations in Mexico: September 13 honors the Niños Heroes, six young cadets who died defending Chapultepec Castle from U.S. invasion. September 16 celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain, which began with Miguel Hidalgo's call to arms in 1810. November 20 commemorates the Mexican Revolution from 1910-1920 when peasants and laborers overthrew the autocratic rule of Porfirio Diaz after 30 years.

1. Mexico Important Celebrations

2. September 13 This day celebrates de “Niños Héroes”. There was an American invasion in the Chapultepec castle, which at that time it was a Military School. The “Niños heroes” tried to stop the Americans, but failed in the attempt. Juan Escutia Even though they didn’t succeeded they are recognized as Mexican Heroes. The Niños Heroes are Juan de la Barrera, Juan Escutia, Francisco Márquez, AgustínMelgar, Fernando Montes de Oca and Vicente Suárez. They gave nationalism to the country because the kids saved Mexico's flag in a symbol of patriotism

3. September 16 It celebrates Mexico’s Independence from the Spanish Government. 1810. September 16 Miguel Hidalgo ringed the bells to reunite all the people. They decided to fight against the abusive Spanish generals. Mexicans wanted better life conditions and Democracy. The people involved in this event are Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla, Miguel Domínguez, Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, Ignacio Allendeand Morelos .

4. November 20 Its The Mexican Revolution. During 1910 and 1920 series of revolutions took place in Mexico. The people wanted to liberate from Porfirio Diaz’s autocracy. Porfirio Dias have been in power for 30 year and even though he brought great progress to the country, the peasants and laborers could not handle it anymore. Mexicans where tired of their exploitation and wanted a change in the Government.