San Luis Potosí, Mexico — The Northeast (and Central Highlands)
Monument to Vicente Guerrero
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, March 17, 2019
1. Monument to Vicente Guerrero Marker
Independence or Death
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Patriots & Patriotism • Wars, Non-US.
Location. 22° 8.991′ N, 100° 58.639′ W. Memorial is in San Luis Potosí. It is on Vicente Guerrero just west of Jardín Guerrero, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Memorial is in this post office area: San Luis Potosí 78000, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this memorial is in Northern Mexico, in the Bajío, and in the Sierra Madre. Globally, it is in North America and the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also a Spanish colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Guerrero Garden (a few steps from this marker); Church and Ex-Convent of San Francisco (within shouting distance of this marker); Camino Real de Tierra Adentro (within shouting distance of this marker); National Presbyterian Church (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Our Lady of Remedies Temple / The Third Order Temple / San Francisco Temple
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Regarding Monument to Vicente Guerrero. Vicente Ramón Guerrero Saldaña (August 10, 1782 – February 14, 1831) was one of the leading revolutionary generals of the Mexican War of Independence. He fought against Spain for independence in the early 19th century, and later served as President of Mexico, coming to power in a coup. He was of Afro-Mestizo descent, championed the cause of Mexico's common people, and abolished slavery during his brief term as president. His execution in 1831 by the conservative government that ousted him in 1829 was a shock to the nation. Adapted from Wikipedia
This statue was placed here during the last part of the 19th century and is attributed to the workshop of Jesús Contreras. Like many famous Mexican Independence leaders, Guerrero is so famous that it is not necessary to include his name on the monument.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, March 17, 2019
2. Monument to Vicente Guerrero
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, March 17, 2019
3. Monument to Vicente Guerrero
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