Martínez del Río

The Martínez del Rio family is one of the leading prominent in politics in Mexico from the time of independence from Spain, until the present day. The family's role in Mexican history and culture has been significant. Originally from the Spanish region of Cantabria the Martínez del Rio family members mainly reside in Mexico. Prior to its arrival in Mexico,the family was active in trade in Central and South America, and operated out of Panama City. When they arrived in Mexico their name was Martínez Retes (Martínez del Río Retes) and was subsequently modified to its present form.

Martínez del Río

The Martínez del Rio family is one of the leading prominent in politics in Mexico from the time of independence from Spain, until the present day. The family's role in Mexican history and culture has been significant. Originally from the Spanish region of Cantabria the Martínez del Rio family members mainly reside in Mexico. Prior to its arrival in Mexico,the family was active in trade in Central and South America, and operated out of Panama City. When they arrived in Mexico their name was Martínez Retes (Martínez del Río Retes) and was subsequently modified to its present form.