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Where can periodicals from the Mexican Revolution be found?

I'm mapping the media landscape of revolutionary factions in Northern Mexico. Contemporary periodicals are my key primary source, but I'm struggling to locate consistent archives beyond a few well-known titles. Where should a researcher look for these often-fragile and dispersed newspapers and pamphlets, especially regional publications that may not be digitized?

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By Meghal Answered 5 years ago

I’ve spent many productive hours in these archives. Your first stop must be Mexico’s Hemeroteca Nacional de México (UNAM), which holds the most comprehensive physical collection. For digital access, the Biblioteca Digital Mexicana and U.S. Library of Congress "Hispanic Collections" have significant holdings. Don’t overlook regional archives like the Centro de Estudios de Historia de México (CEHM-CARSO) in Mexico City. For regional papers, I would recommend directly contacting state historical archives in Chihuahua, Sonora, or Morelos. Remember, many smaller pamphlets are only on microfilm, so preparing for that format is essential.

   

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