Morelos Municipality facts for kids

Morelos Municipality refers to several important places in Mexico. These places are named after a very famous hero from Mexican history, José María Morelos. He was a key leader during Mexico's fight for independence from Spain.

What is a Municipality?

In Mexico, a municipality is like a local government area, similar to a county or a town in other countries. Each municipality has its own local government, often led by a mayor. These areas help manage local services and represent the people living there. Many municipalities across Mexico are named after important historical figures, and José María Morelos is one of the most honored.

Who Was José María Morelos?

José María Morelos (born in 1765, died in 1815) was a brave and smart leader during the Mexican War of Independence. He was a priest and a military general. After the first leader of the independence movement, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, was captured, Morelos took charge. He led the fight for freedom with great skill.

Morelos believed that all people should be equal. He wanted Mexico to be a free and fair country. He wrote important documents, like the "Sentiments of the Nation," which outlined his ideas for an independent Mexico. These ideas helped shape the country's future. Sadly, Morelos was captured and executed in 1815. However, his legacy lives on, and he is remembered as one of Mexico's greatest heroes. That is why so many places, including municipalities, are named in his honor.

Municipalities Named Simply "Morelos"

Several municipalities are directly named "Morelos." These are often important areas in their states.

• Morelos Municipality, Coahuila
• Morelos Municipality, Chihuahua
• Morelos (municipality of Michoacán)

  The main town for this municipality is Morelos, Michoacán.

• Morelos (municipality of the state of México)

  The main town for this municipality is San Bartolo Morelos.

• Morelos (municipality of Zacatecas)

  The main town for this municipality is Morelos, Zacatecas.

Municipalities with "Morelos" in Their Name

Many other municipalities include "Morelos" as part of their name. This also honors the independence hero.

• Gran Morelos, municipality of Chihuahua

  The main town for this municipality is San Nicolás de Carretas.

• Tepatitlán de Morelos (municipality), municipality of Jalisco

  The main town for this municipality is Tepatitlán de Morelos.

• Ecatepec de Morelos, municipality of the state of México

  The main town for this municipality is San Cristóbal Ecatepec de Morelos.

• Ocotlán de Morelos (municipality), municipality of Oaxaca

  The main town for this municipality is Ocotlán de Morelos.

• Santo Domingo de Morelos (municipality), municipality of Oaxaca

  The main town for this municipality is Santo Domingo de Morelos.

• Tepelmeme Villa de Morelos (municipality), municipality of Oaxaca

  The main town for this municipality is Tepelmeme Villa de Morelos.

• Totontepec Villa de Morelos (municipality), municipality of Oaxaca

  The main town for this municipality is Totontepec Villa de Morelos.

• Cañada Morelos, municipality of Puebla

  The main town for this municipality is Morelos Cañada.

• José María Morelos (municipality), municipality of Quintana Roo

  The main town for this municipality is José María Morelos, Quintana Roo.

• Antiguo Morelos (municipality), municipality of Tamaulipas

  The main town for this municipality is Antiguo Morelos.

• Nuevo Morelos, municipality of Tamaulipas

  The main town for this municipality is Villa de Morelos.

• Mazatecochco de José María Morelos, municipality of Tlaxcala

  The main town for this municipality is Mazatecochco.