1994 Zapatista Uprising

The 1994 Zapatista Uprising was a rebellion in Chiapas, Mexico, led by the Zapatista Army of National Liberation (EZLN), which sought to address issues like poverty, land reform, and indigenous rights. It began on January 1, coinciding with the implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which many believed would disadvantage rural populations. The Zapatistas, led by Subcomandante Marcos, utilized a mix of armed resistance and political dialogue to advocate for social justice and democracy. The uprising drew international attention to the struggles of indigenous communities in Mexico and sparked discussions on neoliberal economic policies.