For Bloch's seventh issue, the editorial committee is proud to present a compilation of research articles, essays, and monographs; working on different themes of historical, social, and cultural interest. In this issue we explore the complex relationship between the United States and Mexico; A social history and repression will be addressed, from sports; The military history of a group of women who participated in one of the most important world conflicts will be developed; The social relations of the time will be analyzed from business life, as well as the influences of French culture on the Mexican culture will be put into focus during a time of military ravages and revolution; And mummies, the symbols of Egyptian culture and history, will be examined from a medical angle. The life histories of two female artists will also be explored. Finally, this edition contains a monograph on usury and its Islamic counterpart, riba.