Emperor of Mexico

The Emperor of Mexico was a title held by a ruler who declared himself emperor rather than king or president, often during a period of political upheaval. Notably, Agustín de Iturbide briefly proclaimed himself Emperor of Mexico in 1822-1823 after independence from Spain, aiming to unify the country under a monarchy. His rule was short-lived, ending with his abdication and exile. The title symbolizes efforts to establish a centralized, monarchical government during Mexico's early independence struggles, contrasting with its later republic system.