Francisco Madero President of Mexico Date of Birth: 30.10.1873 Country: Mexico

1. Francisco I. Madero: A Mexican Revolutionary
2. Early Life and Opposition to Díaz
3. The Plan of San Luis Potosí
4. The Revolution and Madero's Presidency
5. The Tragic Ten Days and Madero's Assassination

Francisco I. Madero: A Mexican Revolutionary

Francisco I. Madero was a prominent figure in the Mexican Revolution who served as President from 1911 to 1913.

Early Life and Opposition to Díaz

Born in Parras, Coahuila on October 30, 1873, Madero came from a wealthy family. He opposed the authoritarian regime of Porfirio Díaz and founded the Anti-reelectionist Party in 1910, advocating for Díaz's removal.

The Plan of San Luis Potosí

After being arrested for inciting rebellion, Madero escaped from prison and fled to the United States. There, he drafted the Plan of San Luis Potosí, calling for an armed uprising against Díaz. The plan was scheduled for November 20, 1910.

The Revolution and Madero's Presidency

The planned nationwide rebellion fizzled out, but isolated uprisings occurred. In February 1911, Madero joined rebel forces in Chihuahua, led by Pascual Orozco and Pancho Villa. Their victories forced Díaz to negotiate with Madero.

In May 1911, Díaz resigned and fled Mexico, leaving the reins to Foreign Minister Francisco León de la Barra. Madero was elected President on November 11, 1911.

The Tragic Ten Days and Madero's Assassination

Madero's presidency faced challenges. On February 9, 1913, Generals Felix Díaz and Bernardo Reyes launched a rebellion. After a ten-day battle in Mexico City, known as the "Tragic Ten Days," Madero was overthrown by General Victoriano Huerta. Madero and Vice President José Pino Suárez were arrested and murdered on February 22, 1913.