Acambay, Mexico State, Mexico — The Central Highlands (North America)
Execution of Lindoro Cajiga
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 1, 2019
1. Execution of Lindoro Cajiga Marker
Patrimonio Cultural del Edo. de México, 1978.
On December 25, 1861, Lindoro Cajiga, the capturer of Melchor Ocampo, was executed in Acambay. His body was hung on this tree as a way to bring justice to the sacrifice of Ocampo, martyr of the Reform.
Cultural Heritage of the State of Mexico, 1978.
Erected 1978 by Patrimonio Cultural del Estado de México.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Wars, Non-US. A significant historical date for this entry is December 25, 1861.
Location. 19° 57.383′ N, 99° 50.614′ W. Marker is in Acambay, Estado de Mexico (Mexico State). It can be reached from Dr. Ruiz Castañeda just west of 16 de Septiembre, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Acambay MEX 50300, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Central Mexico and specifically in Mexico City Metropolitan Area. Globally, it is in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Mexican Independence, Revolution and Acambay Earthquake (a few steps from this marker); History of Acambay (within shouting distance of this marker); The 1921 Acambay Earthquake (within shouting distance of this marker); Parish and Ex Convent of San Miguel Arcángel (within shouting distance of this marker); Foundation of the "Acambayense League" (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Parish Church of San Miguel Arcángel (about 90 meters away); Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda (about 150 meters away); Otomíes of Acambay (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Acambay.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 1, 2019
2. Execution of Lindoro Cajiga Marker
The marker is at the base of the tree where Cajiga was hung in the central park of Acambay.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 2, 2024. It was originally submitted on September 12, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 690 times since then and 114 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 12, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
