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Gustavo A. Madero

1875-01-16 – 1913-02-19

Portrait of Gustavo A. Madero
Gustavo Adolfo Madero on February 5, 1911Credit: Bain News Service, publisher

Life & Legacy

Gustavo Adolfo Madero González (16 January 1875 – 18 February 1913), born in Parras de la Fuente, Coahuila, Mexico, was a participant in the Mexican Revolution against Porfirio Díaz along with other members of his wealthy family. He was also known as "Ojo Parado" ("staring eye") since he had one glass eye.
Madero's brother, Francisco I. Madero, was president of Mexico from 1911 to 1913. During the coup d'état in Mexico City known as Ten Tragic Days, Gustavo Madero was arrested, released to followers of conspirator Félix Díaz. A mob tortured him, pulling out his "good" eye, and then eventually killing him.
The Gustavo A. Madero, D.F. borough in Mexico City is named after him.

Occupation & Career

politician, businessperson

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2732074 — wikidata View source

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