"The latest news from Mexico presents an encouraging picture of the consolidation of the Mexican Empire. The Emperor and Empress are tireless in their charitable work, and they are supported by the elite of the people."

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MexicoColonialismSecond Mexican EmpireFormer colonies in Central AmericaAmerican empires
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The Mexican adventure of Maximilian and Charlotte through Belgian eyes. The Mexican Empire in the Newspaper Press (1864-1867). (Wim Bouw), The Tumbling Throne The withdrawal of the French troops and the attack on Baghdad dealt a severe blow to Belgian opinion's confidence in the Empire. However, the situation was not described as hopeless by all newspapers. Unsurprisingly, the perennial optimist, L'Echo, insisted that the Empire would settle. Le Bien Public, 6 februari 1866.