History Told by the People Who Lived It
The stories in Children of the Revolución are not academic essays or historical summaries. They are personal memories — passed down through families, photographs, conversations, and silence.
Each voice reflects the experience of someone whose family was touched by the Mexican Revolution and its aftermath. Together, these stories form a collective memory that preserves what was never written in official history books.
These voices are not frozen in the past. They continue to grow as new families add their own.
You may find parts of your own story here.
You may discover parts of your own story here.
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Stories
From Hortensia Gamez
Lionel, I have really been enjoying all the stories. I enjoyed yours and I grasped when you said : "Parents did not relate any info on the history of families." Yes, I realize I was fortunate , but I also understand that under such hardships, they proabably wanted to...
The first Mexican land owner in Fayette County (near La Grange, Texas).
My grandfather (on my mother's side) Mr. Cenobio Vargas also came to South Central Texas from Cerritos, San Luis Potosi, Mexico in the early 1900s due to the political unrest in Mexico. From listening to one of my Uncle's he was the first Mexican land owner in...
Memories of mom’s stories
This is great! You are becoming our historian. It reminded me of mother recalling how Villistas or Federales would come to my grandfather's ranch and how my grandfather was able to make friends with both parties by not speaking anything about the the others. Mario...
The story of Dr. Hector P Garcia
Dear Jesus... I would like to submit another person for the series whose story should be told. It is the story of Dr. Hector P Garcia Here’s another candidate for the Children of the Revolucion Series.
Message from the McMunn Family
Thank you for producing the "Children of the Revolution". I am very much looking forward to watching this Thursday. I suppose you have probably finished this series, but I would like to tell you that my husband's family - both sets of his grandparents are refugees of...
Stories
Voices that history never recorded
Read personal stories, letters, and memories shared by families whose lives were shaped by the Revolution.
The Film
The award-winning documentary
Discover the film that brought these stories to public television and international recognition.
The Book
A tangible piece of history
Explore the book inspired by the documentary—a visual and historical record designed to endure.
Recognized by international festivals and institutions, Children of the Revolución has been honored for its contribution to cultural preservation and historical storytelling.