Shout of Dolores Tarihi

1960

A mural in tribute

Juan O'Gorman created the famous mural portraying the Cry of Dolores — located at the Museo Nacional de Historia in Mexico City.

1825

First national celebration

Ratified by the conventions of 1822 and 1824, the Shout of Dolores was celebrated by the nation for the first time.

1821

Mexico wins its independence

Spain accepts the independence of Mexico with the Treaty of Córdoba.

September 16, 1810

The freedom shout

Hidalgo rings the church bells and gives a rousing speech or cry, triggering Mexico’s war for independence.