news El Financiero 2026-09-13

Debunking the myth: Did Juan Escutia really jump with the flag?

Historians question the famous legend of the 'Niños Héroes', noting a lack of evidence regarding Juan Escutia's heroic final act at Chapultepec Castle.

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