The AmericasAmericas
Second Mexican Empire
The Second Mexican Empire was a monarchy installed by Napoleon III's France with Archduke Maximilian of Austria as emperor. Republican forces under Benito Juárez defeated it, and Maximilian was executed in 1867.
Key facts
| Dates | 1863 – 1867 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | The Americas |
| Continent | Americas |
| Capital | Mexico City |
| Founder | Maximilian I |
| Religion(s) | Catholic Christianity |
Before & after
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.