Juan Álvarez

Juan Álvarez's greatest accolade is his place in Mexican history as the leader who toppled Santa Anna and set the stage for the Liberal Reform. His advocacy for the political inclusion of peasants was ahead of its time, and historians credit him with helping to shape the modern Mexican state. His military career, spanning over four decades, earned him the respect of his contemporaries and the enduring gratitude of the people of Tierra Caliente.