Mesoamerica Collection (#29)

MEXICO CITY, 1847. The U. S. Army entering Mexico City, 17 September 1847. Line engraving, 19th century
MEXICO CITY, 1847. The U.S. Army entering Mexico City, 17 September 1847. Line engraving, 19th century

BATTLE OF CHAPULTEPEC. U. S. fighting outside the palace of Chapultepec, Mexico City, Mexico, during the Mexican War
BATTLE OF CHAPULTEPEC. U.S. fighting outside the palace of Chapultepec, Mexico City, Mexico, during the Mexican War, 13 September 1847. Contemporary American engraving

MAP: MEXICAN WAR, c1847. Route from Vera Cruz to Mexico City, as it appeared during the Mexican -American War, 1846-48

INTER-OCEANIC RAILROAD. American banknote engraving, 19th century

MANILA: EARTHQUAKE, 1863. Tower of the Binondo Church at Manila, Philippines, after the earthquake of 1863. Contemporary wood engraving

MANILA: EARTHQUAKE, 1863. Ruins of the Danish Consulate at Manila, Philippines, following the earthquake of 1863. Contemporary wood engraving

MANILA: EARTHQUAKE, 1863. Church of Santo Domingo at Manila, Philippines, following the earthquake of 1863. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

MANILA: EARTHQUAKE, 1863. Ruins of the government tobacco store at Manila, Philippines, after the earthquake of 1863. Contemporary engraving from an English newspaper

MANILA: EARTHQUAKE, 1863. Interior of the Governors Palace at Manila, Philippines, after the earthquake of 1863. Contemporary engraving from an English newspaper

MANILA: EARTHQUAKE, 1863. Nave of the cathedral at Manila, Philippines, after the earthquake of 1863. Contemporary wood engraving

HAVANA, CUBA, 1670. The port and city of Havana, Cuba. Copper engraving, 1670

MEXICO: SILVER, 1860s. Company soldiers escort two weeks production of silver at the Real del Monte mines to Mexico City in the mid-19th century. Wood engraving, English, 1868

MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR. American forces marching to Marin, Mexico, September 1846. Wood engraving, American, 1848

GUADELOUPE, 17th CENTURY. A shore party from the Spanish fleet ambushed by Carib Indians on the island of Guadeloupe. Line engraving from a late 17th century Dutch edition of Thomas Gages Travels in

BATTLE OF MONTERREY, 1846. The Battle of Monterrey, Mexico, 20-24 September 1846, during the War with Mexico: wood engraving, American, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: SOLDIERS. Mexican soldiers during the American war with Mexico. Wood engraving, American, 1848

MEXICAN WAR: SOLDIER. Mexican soldier during the American war with Mexico. Wood engraving, American, 1848

POSADA: DANCE HALL. In the White Bridge Dance Hall. Zinc engraving, early 20th century, by Jos

MEXICAN SOLDIERS, 1846. Mexican soldiers at the outset of the war with the United States, 1846. Contemporary English wood engraving

MEXICO: DAILY LIFE. Inhabitants of the coast, Mexico. Wood engraving, c1870s

POSADA: NATIONAL HOLIDAY. The National Holiday. The Great Mock Battle Opposite the National Palace. Type metal engraving, 1893, by Jos

THE MEXICAN WAR, 1846. Mexican soldiers at the outset of the war with the United States in 1846: wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

MAP OF SAN JUAN, 1766. A Dutch map of the harbor of San Juan, Puerto Rico, 1766

SCOTT: MEXICO CITY, 1847. General Winfield Scott and his army entering Mexico City, 17 September 1847: contemporary line engraving

PEDRO MENENDEZ DE AVILES (1519-1574). Spanish mariner and founder of St Augustine, Florida. Line engraving

VACCINATION, 1935. Wood engraving, 1935, by the Mexican artist Leopoldo Mendez

BATTLE OF CERRO GORDO. The Battle of Cerro Gordo, 17-18 April 1847. Steel engraving, American, 1860

MEXICO: DAILY LIFE, 1863. Scene in a suburban village near Mexico City. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1863

SAN FRANCISCO, 1769. A view of the Golden Gate and Bay of San Francisco as it appeared in 1769. Line engraving, 19th century

MEXICO: CHAPULTEPEC. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

CONQUEST OF MEXICO, 1521. The capture of Mexico City, or Tenochtitlan, by Hernando Cortes and his Spanish conquistadores, 13 August 1521. Steel engraving, American, 1870

MEXICO: RURAL EXPLOITATION. Terrible crimes of the hacienda owners, by Jose Guadalupe Posada (1852-1913). Mexican, engraving

WAR WITH MEXICO (1846-48). The Battle of Monterrey, Sept. 20-24, 1846: wood engraving, 19th century

PRIEST IN MEXICO. A Spanish priest overseeing the destruction by conquistadors of a statue of an Aztec god: line engraving after an illustration by Felix O.C. Darley, 19th century

MEXICAN WAR: PALO ALTO. The Battle of Palo Alto on 8 May 1846, the first engagement of the war. Contemporary American steel engraving

MEXICO CITY, 1881. A pulqueria in Mexico City: wood engraving, American, 1881

SPANISH MISSIONARIES. Spanish missionaries in California in the 18th century. Line engraving, c1900

BATTLE OF CHAPULTEPEC, 1847. U. S. forces storming the palace of Chapultepec on 13 September 1847
BATTLE OF CHAPULTEPEC, 1847. U.S. forces storming the palace of Chapultepec on 13 September 1847: contemporary American engraving

TEXAS: THE ALAMO, 1836. An engraving depicting the death Davy Crockett at the end of the Battle of the Alamo, March 1836. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

JUAN NEPOMUCENO ALMONTE (c1804-1869). Mexican general and statesman. Line engraving, 19th century

CAPTURE OF SANTA FE, 1846. Brigadier-General Stephen Watts Kearny capturing Santa Fe, New Mexico, 18 August 1846, during the Mexican-American War. Wood engraving, 19th century

TEXAS: THE ALAMO, 1836. An engraving depiciting the death of Davy Crockett at the end of the Battle of the Alamo, March 1836. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

GRANT / HAYS: MEXICAN WAR. Lieutenant Ulysses S. Grant and General Alexander Hays; engraving from a daguerreotype taken
GRANT/HAYS: MEXICAN WAR. Lieutenant Ulysses S. Grant and General Alexander Hays; engraving from a daguerreotype taken during the Mexican War, 1846-48

MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR. A U. S. Army camp kitchen. Wood engraving, 19th century
MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR. A U.S. Army camp kitchen. Wood engraving, 19th century

MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR, 1846. Dragoons exercising. Wood engraving, American, 1848

BATTLE OF CHURUBUSCO, 1847. American troops storm the bridgehead at the Battle of Churubusco, Mexico, during the Mexican-American War, 20 August 1847

WINFIELD SCOTT (1786-1866) as General-in-Chief of the Armies of the United States during the Mexican War. Steel engraving, 1858

PANAMA CITY RAID, 1671. The Battle Between the Spaniards and the pyrats or Buccaniers before the City of Panama. The taking of Panama City in January 1671 by Henry Morgan and his buccaneers

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Mesoamerica: A Tapestry of History and Resilience From the ancient civilizations that thrived in Mesoamerica to the modern-day struggles for justice, this region has witnessed remarkable events that have shaped its vibrant tapestry. In 1968, during the Olympic Games held in Mexico City, American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos boldly raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies. Their powerful gesture resonated worldwide, while Australian Peter Norman stood beside them wearing an OPHR badge, displaying solidarity against racial inequality. Diego Rivera's murals at the Ministry of Public Education capture both the solemnity and celebration of Mesoamerican culture. His mural depicting "Day of the Dead" showcases a rich tradition where life and death intertwine harmoniously. Another masterpiece portrays pre-Columbian life, specifically highlighting Zapotec civilization's contributions to Mexican heritage. The colored woodcut from 1556 offers a glimpse into Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City) at the time of Spanish conquest—a city brimming with architectural marvels and cultural richness that would forever be altered by European colonization. The cry for revolution echoed through Miguel Hidalgo's call to revolt on September 16th, 1810—the spark igniting Mexico's fight for independence. Juan O Gorman immortalized this historic moment in his mural capturing Hidalgo's impassioned plea. Mexican kitchens have long been hubs of culinary artistry and cultural preservation. An unknown artist beautifully depicts two women diligently working amidst pots and pans—an ode to their invaluable role in sustaining traditions. Rivera also pays tribute to educators with his portrayal of "The Rural School Teacher. " This mural symbolizes education as a catalyst for progress—empowering generations with knowledge and shaping brighter futures. Francisco Pancho Villa emerges as an indomitable figure within Mexican history—a revolutionary leader who fought tirelessly alongside his military staff during the Mexican Revolution.