Republic of Yucatán
Republic of Yucatán was a state in Maya Lowlands and Highlands (Mesoamerica and Caribbean) that lasted from 1841 to 1848 CE, about 7 years. The timeline colours it by the language of its rulers: Latin and Romance (Latin, Italic, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Romanian).
Breakaway republic of the Yucatán peninsula. Facing defeat in the Caste War against its Maya peasants, it rejoined Mexico in 1848 in return for military aid.
See Republic of Yucatán on the interactive timeline
Facts
- Dates
- 1841 to 1848 CE
- Duration
- 7 years
- Type
- State
- Region
- Maya Lowlands and Highlands, Mesoamerica and Caribbean
- Language of its rulers
- Latin and Romance
- Capital
- Mérida
Became
Events in Mesoamerica and Caribbean during its time
- Caste War of Yucatán begins
- Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Neighbours in Mesoamerica and Caribbean
- Haiti
- Spanish Cuba
- British West Indies
- Colony of Jamaica
- Mexico
- Federal Republic of Central America
- Dutch Caribbean
- Spanish Puerto Rico
- French Antilles
- Mosquito Kingdom
Elsewhere in the world at the same time
- Ethiopian Empire (Solomonic dynasty)
- Ottoman Empire
- Ottoman Empire
- Portuguese Empire
- Kingdom of Kongo
- Mughal Empire
- Qing dynasty
- United States
- United Kingdom
- Russian Empire
Questions
When did Republic of Yucatán exist?
1841 to 1848 CE, about 7 years.
Where was Republic of Yucatán?
Maya Lowlands and Highlands, in Mesoamerica and Caribbean. Its capital was Mérida.
What language did the rulers of Republic of Yucatán speak?
Latin and Romance. This family includes Latin, Italic, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Romanian.
What came after Republic of Yucatán?
Mexico.