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Capture at Wells of Baján
- When
- 21 March 1811
- Where
- Wells of Baján
Hidalgo was betrayed and captured by royalist Ignacio Elizondo at the Wells of Baján on 21 March 1811, leading to his transport to Chihuahua.
Following internal conflicts where military command was taken from him, Hidalgo and other leaders were betrayed. They were captured by royalist Ignacio Elizondo at the Wells of Baján (Norias de Baján) on 21 March 1811. This event resulted in their transfer to Chihuahua for imprisonment and trial.
Sources
- Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
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