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El Horcon: United States Territory South Of The Rio Grande, Stephen Jay Phelps
El Horcon: United States Territory South Of The Rio Grande, Stephen Jay Phelps
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In 1906, the American Rio Grande Land and Irrigation Company diverted the Rio Grande, creating a U.S. enclave called El Horcon in Mexican territory. For 71 years, this tract of land was tilled by local farmers, only gaining attention towards the end of its existence. Despite causing minimal issues, potential conflicts persisted until its cession to Mexico in 1977. Initially, U.S. government action in 1911 rectified immediate damage to ranchers affected by the diversion. However, ambiguity in sovereignty led to legal disputes and unauthorized cross-border activities. El Horcon's unique status allowed farmers to violate both U.S. and Mexican laws, highlighting …