Hidalgo leads revolt and marches to the capital (sep 16, 1810 – jan 17, 1811)
Description:
Hidalgo marched forth from Dolores under the banner of Our Lady of Guadalupe. With his followers he captured the city of Guanajuato and other major cities west of Mexico City. Soon Hidalgo was at the gates of the capital, but he hesitated, and the opportunity was lost. His followers melted awayAdded to timeline:
Date:
sep 16, 1810
jan 17, 1811
~ 4 months and 3 days