Timeline of Chihuahua City

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The following is a timeline of the history of the city of Chihuahua, Mexico.

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Prior to 20th century

20th century

Troops of the Division del Norte in their positions with cannon artillery, the photo was taken at a point northwest of the city of Chihuahua, the Cerro Grande rises prominently in the background. La Division del Norte 2320.jpg
Troops of the División del Norte in their positions with cannon artillery, the photo was taken at a point northwest of the city of Chihuahua, the Cerro Grande rises prominently in the background.

21st century

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