Álvaro Obregón
Álvaro Obregón was a prominent Mexican revolutionary general and politician who served as President of Mexico from 1920 to 1924. Born on February 19, 1880, in the state of Sonora, Obregón played a significant role in the Mexican Revolution, particularly during the battles against the forces of Victoriano Huerta. After the revolution, he focused on modernizing Mexico's economy and infrastructure, promoting educational reforms and agrarian policies. His presidency was marked by significant political and social changes, but it also faced challenges, including assassination attempts and political opposition. Obregón's legacy remains a topic of study and debate in Mexican history.
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Álvaro Obregón was a president of Mexico who revived the antagonism between the Church and the state.
Soy mi memoria; fragmento del libro póstumo de Miguel León-Portilla
Mexico· 2026-03-02
Álvaro Obregón is mentioned as one of the national caudillo aspirants who faced political sacrifice.
Un país sin líder | El UniversalMexico· 2025-11-16
Álvaro Obregón is included in the list of dictators involved in the Plan Cóndor.
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Álvaro Obregón served as president and appointed several ministers during his administration.
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Álvaro Obregón is remembered for his quote about money in politics.
“Ya no te voy a contestar…”Mexico· 2025-09-13
The reform for the reelection of Álvaro Obregón in 1926 was a significant event in the context of constitutional changes.
El retorno a la inconstitucionalidad constituyenteMexico· 2025-09-05
Álvaro Obregón was a revolutionary leader who created several new secretariats in Mexico.
A sus 100 años, “Banxico, libre de un manejo político”Mexico· 2025-08-02
Álvaro Obregón is referenced as the location related to the construction of the Cablebús station.
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Un lugar de la memoriaMexico· 2025-06-30
Álvaro Obregón is referenced in relation to a historical reform that restricts military personnel from running for public office without separation from military duties.
La “licencia especial” abre el poder a los militaresMexico· 2025-06-25
Alvaro Obregón, as Secretary of War, proposed measures to ensure military separation from political roles.
AMLO les abrió las arcas, ¿Sheinbaum les da poder?Mexico· 2025-06-24
Álvaro Obregón accepted the ratification made by the League of Nations regarding the celebration of Día del Niño in Mexico.
Origen del Día del Niño en México y por qué se le asignó el 30 de abril | RESPUESTAS
Peru· 2025-04-30Álvaro Obregón is mentioned as part of the geographical context of the shooting incident.
Tiroteo entre presuntos delincuentes y policías en Observatorio deja un elemento lesionado; frustró intento de robo de vehículoMexico· 2025-04-02
