Colonia San Miguel Chapultepec I Sección in Ciudad de México, Mexico — The Valley of Mexico (The Central Highlands)
Molino de Rey War Memorial
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
1. Molino de Rey War Memorial
Strenvis Civibvs
qvi pro patria vitam magna cvm lavde
in praelio profvnderant
VI. id. septemb
A.D. MDCCCXLVII
Mexic. resp
tanti beneficii memor
tantvmove exemplvm posteris praebems
H.M.C.
Vota pvblica
Eivsod. reip. svmm. praeses
Ig. Comonfort
adimplere cvravit
A.D. MDCCCLVI
de los ilustres y esforzados mexicanos que combatiendo en defensa de su patria le hicieron el sacrificio de sus vidas
en este mismo lugar el dia 8 de septiembre de 1847
La Nacion Mexicana
Consagra este monumento
de gratitud de honor y de gloria
siendo Presidente de la Republica
Ig. Comonfort
1856.
Lucas Balderas ∙ Juan Aguayo ∙ Francisco Paz ∙ José Ma. Olvera ∙ Tiburcio Gonzalez ∙ José Ma. Mateos ∙ Rafael Sanches ∙ Manuel y Enriquez ∙ Francisco Hernandez ∙ Joaquin Bravo ∙ Enrique Ybañez ∙ Miguel Carrasco ∙ Simon Reyes ∙ Jose Ma. Camacho ∙ Agustin, Farfan
Antonio Leon ∙ Gregorio Gelati ∙ Pedro Mendez ∙ Manuel Varela ∙ Juan Delgadillo ∙ José
this page online
Latin translation of the monument dedication
To the memory of the illustrious and brave Mexicans that, fighting in defense of their country, sacrificed their lives to her in this very place on September 8, 1847
The Mexican Nation
Dedicates this monument
of gratitude, honor and glory,
under President of the Republic
Ignacio Comonfort
1856.
Lucas Balderas ∙ Juan Aguayo ∙ Francisco Paz ∙ José María Olvera ∙ Tiburcio González ∙ José María Mateos ∙ Rafael Sanches ∙ Manuel y Enríquez ∙ Francisco Hernández ∙ Joaquín Bravo ∙ Enrique Ybañez ∙ Miguel Carrasco ∙ Simón Reyes ∙ José María Camacho ∙ Agustín Farfán
Antonio León ∙ Gregorio Gelati ∙ Pedro Méndez ∙ Manuel Varela ∙ Juan Delgadillo ∙ José María Uribe ∙ Miguel Garcia ∙ Margarito Suazo ∙ Mariano Martínez ∙ Julio Acosta ∙ Macario Macias ∙ Luis Martínez ∙ Luis Arreaga
Erected 1856.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
2. Molino de Rey War Memorial reverse
Location. 19° 24.983′ N, 99° 11.542′ W. Memorial is in Ciudad de México. It is in Colonia San Miguel Chapultepec I Sección. It is on Molino del Rey just south of Fernando Alencastre, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Memorial is in this post office area: Ciudad de México 11850, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this memorial is in Central Mexico and specifically in Mexico City Metropolitan Area. Globally, it is in North America, specifically in Mesoamerica, on the Ring of Fire, and in the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, a Spanish colony, and the Aztec Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Blakely Cannon (here, next to this marker); 68-pounder Cannon (here, next to this marker); 24-pounder Gribeauval Cannon (here, next to this marker); 24-pounder Cannon (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named 24-pounder Cannon (a few steps from this marker); 12-inch Cannon (a few steps from this marker); 12-inch Howitzer (a few steps from this marker); 24-pounder Howitzer (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ciudad de México.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
3. Molino de Rey War Memorial
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
4. Molino de Rey War Memorial
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
5. Molino de Rey War Memorial 2014 redication tablet
El Presidente Ignacio Comonfort ordenó su colocación en el año de 1856, fue diseñado por el Arq. Vicente Manero, su construcción es de recinto, envasado con lozas de sillería y mármol.
Resguarda 15 restos de los héroes que ofrendaron su vida en defensa de la patria en tan importante batalla en 1847.
El Gobierno de la República, ordenó su restauración y reubicación por su significado de valor, identidad y nacionalismo, y se reinauguró el Día del Estado Mayor Presidencial.
Ciudad de México, 18 de febrero de 2014.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
6. Molino de Rey War Memorial
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
7. Molino de Rey War Memorial in a view towards the south
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 10, 2019
8. Molino de Rey War Memorial
This view of the monument is towards the north.
9. Molino de Rey War Memorial in its original location
The monument's original 1856 location was near the Mexican position in the battle, northwest of the Molino de Rey seen to the left in this photo. The monument was moved due to road construction which left it isolated and difficult to visit. The current position of the monument is some meters south of the Molino del Rey, which paradoxically puts it closer to the American position in the battle.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 22, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 394 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on September 22, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
