Progreso, Yucatán, Mexico — The Southeast (Yucatan Peninsula)
Juan Miguel Castro
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, January 19, 2017
1. Juan Miguel Castro Marker
Fundador de Progreso
y Benemerito del Estado.
Julio 1º - 1871. a 1930.
Restuarado y devuelto a su aspecto orginal por el H. Ayuntamiento
1995-1998
El 25 de febrero de 1856 surgio a la vida,
donde antes existio el rancho “El Progreso”,
esta bella ciudad que, en honor a su nombre,
apunta con decisión hacia metas de grandeza,
con fe en el empeño de sus hijos.
El pueblo de Progreso en el primer centenario
de este lugar, rinde fervoroso homenaje a Dn.
Juan Miguel Castro, esforzado paladin
de la idea que es hoy una bella realidad.
Progreso, Yuc, febrero 25 de 1956.
Construida esta prolongación del
malecón por la Junta Federal de
Mejoras Materiales por acuerdo
del Lic. Eduardo Bustamante
Srio. del Patrimonio Nacional, fue inaugurada
por el C. Representante del
Sr. Presidente de la Republica Lic.
Don Adolfo Lopez Mateos.
Progreso, Yuc. Enero 31 de 1963.
English translation:
The Founder of Progreso and “Most Worthy” of the State of Yucatán.
July 1st - 1871. to 1930.
Monument restored and returned to its original appearance by the Honorable Town Hall
1995-1998
On February 25, 1856 he gave life to this port, once the site of the ranch
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this beautiful city that, in honor of his name,
resolutely aims towards goals of greatness,
with faith in the commitment of its children.
The town of Progreso in the first century since its founding, pays tribute to
Juan Miguel Castro, for his pioneering idea that today is a beautiful reality.
Progreso, Yucatán, February 25, 1956.
This extension of the boardwalk built by the Federal Board of
Material Improvement by agreement of Eduardo Bustamante
Secretary of National Heritage, which was inaugurated by the Constitutional Representative of the
President of the Republic Adolfo López Mateos.
Progreso, Yucatán, January 31, 1963.
Erected 1930.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce • Political Subdivisions • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical date for this entry is January 31, 1963.
Location. 21° 17.277′ N, 89° 39.815′ W. Marker is in Progreso, Yucatán. Marker is on Calle 19 just north of Calle 21, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Progreso YU 97320, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 24 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Arrival of José Martí to Mexico (about 210 meters away, measured in a direct line); Heroes of Chapultepec and Veracruz
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, January 19, 2017
2. Juan Miguel Castro Marker
Regarding Juan Miguel Castro. In honor of Juan Miguel Castro's founding of the port and city of Progreso, Yucatán, the city's official name is "Progreso de Castro."
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, January 19, 2017
3. Juan Miguel Castro Marker
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, January 19, 2017
4. Juan Miguel Castro Marker
The markers are located on a column topped by a statue of Juan Miguel Castro. In the background is the Progreso pier, which at 6.5 km (4 mi) is one of the longest in the world.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 14, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 29, 2017, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 353 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 29, 2017, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana.
