Robert Diaz (UTEP-History) is interviewed about how the war with Mexico was experienced in the El Paso area as well as the fluidity of borders both at the time of this war and in more recent history. The Battle of Brazito is also discussed. 

Pod-Textualizing the Past

Episode Seven: The War at Home: Paso Del Norte During and After the Mexico-U.S. War

Pod-Textualizing the Past is a podcast that explores U.S. history from pre-colonization through the U.S. Civil War. Produced at the University of Texas at El Paso, Professor Susan Stanfield talks with experts about specific aspects of U.S. history and their cultural impact.

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