Yaztona

Date

1834-09

Title

Yaztona

What occurred

September 1834: During a cholera epidemic, an alcalde of Yaztona, Juan Tomas Velasco was blamed for the deaths or another alcalde’s family. He was jailed, beaten and usurped by his enemies. When higher authorities investigated the situation, there was no resolution.

Location

San Juan Yatzona, Oaxaca

Student name(s)

Jack Herman

Tag(s)

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