Forgotten Dead: Mob Violence against Mexicans in the United States, 1848-1928
by William D. Carrigan, Clive Webb
Forgotten Dead by William D. Carrigan and Clive Webb investigates the history of mob violence against Mexicans in the United States from 1848 to 1928. It uncovers the widespread racial terror that targeted Mexican communities during a transformative period in American expansion, shedding light on forgotten episodes of brutality and their lasting societal impacts.
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Forgotten Dead examines mob violence against Mexicans in the United States during the period from 1848 to 1928. The book details the historical context of this violence, which emerged following territorial expansions and intensified amid social and economic tensions.
Authors William D. Carrigan and Clive Webb explore the patterns and impacts of these attacks, highlighting their role in broader racial dynamics of the era. The work draws on archival sources to document instances of lynching and other forms of mob action targeting Mexican communities.
Through this analysis, the book contributes to understanding the intersections of race, violence, and national identity in American history. It underscores the often overlooked experiences of Mexicans amid waves of anti-immigrant sentiment.
The narrative spans key decades of U.S. expansion, from the Mexican-American War to the early 20th century, providing a comprehensive view of how such violence influenced border regions and beyond.
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