Facts you may not know about Pancho Villa... - He did not smoke or drink - He was the only military leader to invade the U.S. since The War of 1812 - He evaded the U.S. Army being led by General John Pershing in spite of 10,000 troops searching for him - He was promoted to Brigadier General by President Francisco Madero - He received amnesty in 1920 and was given a 25,000 acre ranch by the government to retire (These facts taken from the book VIVA VILLA by local author, Samuel S. Ortega and Robert B. Hernandez) On Wednesday, Novebmber 19th we are excited to share in the history of the Mexican Revolution through Art, Literature, Dance, Film, Fashion and Music. This will be an evening of culture and history that you will not want to miss.
Posted on: Tue, 23 Sep 2014 21:30:38 +0000