Heroic City

Heroic City (ciudad heroica) is the title bestowed on cities of Mexico in recognition of some historical event in defense of national sovereignty or the republican and federal form of government. The title is granted by the state congresses of the respective states. The cities of Atlixco, Puebla de Zaragoza and Veracruz have received this distinction several times.

In 2006, a commission was established to document information about 35 Mexican cities recognized as heroic. Since then, the count has increased to 45 cities and towns in Mexico bearing the designation "Heroic" in their names. These cities earned their heroic status due to their significant involvement in key wars throughout Mexican history.

The wars include the Mexican War of Independence (1810–1821), First French Intervention (1838–1839), Mexican–American War (1846–1848), Caste War of Yucatán (1847–1901), Second French Intervention (1861–1867), Mexican Revolution (1910–1920), and other notable battles. For a battle to be considered heroic, it must have made a substantial impact on the Mexican side of the conflict, representing a pivotal moment in Mexican history.