Faith Under Fire — The Cristeros' Fight for Freedom

In this powerful and emotional episode of T&E with the Tea, we dive into the real-life events behind the Cristero War—a brutal conflict in 1920s Mexico where everyday people risked everything for their faith. From priests forced into hiding to children becoming martyrs, this is a story of resistance, sacrifice, and the price of religious freedom.

We also discuss the 2012 film For Greater Glory, and how it brings these hidden historical events to life in a way that’s both cinematic and heartbreaking.

In this episode of T&E with the Tea, we cover:
🔥 What caused the Cristero War and how the Mexican government cracked down on religion
💀 The tragic stories of martyrs, families, and priests who stood their ground
🎬 For Greater Glory — what the movie got right (and what it didn’t)
🧠 Why this piece of history is rarely talked about in mainstream media
📖 Reflections on how this history still resonates today

Tere dives into the historical context and cultural significance, while Edwin reacts to the stories with raw emotion and deep thought—bringing both insight and heart to this unforgettable episode.

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📚 Resources Used:
https://www.kofc.org/en/news-room/columbia/2012/january/cristero-war-and-the-knights.html
https://www.pbs.org/opb/historydetectives/investigation/mexican-revolution/
https://www.kofc.org/en/news-room/articles/mexican-martyrs.html
https://indigenousmexico.org/en/mexico-confrontation-between-church-and-state/
https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1566501/

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