79R19422 MW-D

By:  Alonzo                                                       H.R. No. 2155



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Each year on September 16, Mexicans and Hispanics of 
Mexican descent celebrate Mexico's independence from Spain, 
recalling the historic events of that day in 1810; and
	WHEREAS, Diez y Seiz de Septiembre marks the beginning of the 
revolution that occurred after years of oppressive rule by Spain; 
Catholic priest and national hero Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla touched 
off the long-simmering rebellion when he ordered the arrest of 
native Spaniards in the town of Dolores and encouraged the 
indigenous peoples of Mexico to overthrow the brutal Spanish 
regime; and
	WHEREAS, Today, Father Hidalgo is revered as the father of 
Mexican independence, and his patriotic heroism continues to 
inspire oppressed people of all nationalities; the legacy of this 
remarkable man and his message of solidarity evoke heartfelt 
feelings of pride and patriotism among those who celebrate this 
momentous historical event; and
	WHEREAS, El Grito de Independencia, or the "Shout of 
Independence," is on the lips of those who pay homage to the courage 
and perseverance of Father Hidalgo and his unlikely band of 
revolutionaries, and the defiant, yet hopeful cry of "Mexicanos, 
Viva Mexico" is uttered in proud tribute to their memory; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize Diez y Seiz de Septiembre, 2005, and 
pay tribute to the many native Mexicans who gave their lives in the 
quest for freedom and independence.