During the years of revolution against the dictatorship of Porfirio Diaz, many impoverished rural Mexicans turned north for hope of a peaceful life where they could earn a decent living and were willing to take the risks associated with coming to the Land of Dreams. Felicitas Ramirez was no different. As a youngster in Huatuzco, Veracruz, she heard many stories of the wonderful opportunities afforded in the United States. So, in 1912 she left her home and family behind, and decided to come to the U.S. The fact that she did not have any legal immigration papers was a small matter for a ...