Torreon Mexican Revolution Soldiers Horses Cannons Artillery 3/9/1912 Real Photo Postcard
Gómez Palacio, a strategically vital city in Durango, Mexico, was a frequent battleground during the Mexican Revolution (1910-1920). Dated March 9, 1912, this image captures artillery forces advancing on the city amidst the Orozquista rebellion against President Francisco I. Madero. This period saw intense fighting in northern Mexico as Madero's government struggled to contain the insurgency, with key cities like Gómez Palacio changing hands multiple times.
The presence of horse-drawn artillery highlights the military tactics of the era, where such heavy ordnance was essential for siege warfare and breaking entrenched positions. The contest for Gómez Palacio, part of the larger Laguna region, was crucial for controlling vital railway lines and industrial resources, making battles here pivotal in shaping the early stages of the revolution and testing the Madero government's authority.
The presence of horse-drawn artillery highlights the military tactics of the era, where such heavy ordnance was essential for siege warfare and breaking entrenched positions. The contest for Gómez Palacio, part of the larger Laguna region, was crucial for controlling vital railway lines and industrial resources, making battles here pivotal in shaping the early stages of the revolution and testing the Madero government's authority.
