Ten Tragic Days · Reform and Revolution in Latin America and the Caribbean

Date: February 18, 1913
Title: Ten Tragic Days
What occurred: Prior, the Pact of the Embassy between Huerta, Díaz, and U.S. Ambassador Wilson was created. This united united both Huerta and Díaz to a common cause. This was when the final steps were arranged for Madero's coup. This also assured that Huerta would gain presidency. On February 18th Madero and VP Suárez were arrested and three days later were assassinated.
Location: Mexico City
Student name(s): Maggie Peterjohn
Tag(s): Mexico