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Diary of Farnsworth during the punitive expedition into Mexico. Although the diary is brief, it contains many details regarding the expedition. Photocopy of diary available., 1914-1917

 File — Folder: 5

Scope and Content

From the Collection: Collection consists of a variety of materials concerning Farnsworth's military activities, especially the Punitive Expedition against Villa in 1916. Includes three folders of letters sent by Farnsworth to his wife; a series of correspondence between Farnsworth and General John Pershing; three typed copies of the report of operations from the Punitive Expedition; and the diary kept by Farnsworth during his service in northern Mexico, El Paso, Texas, and Columbus, New Mexico.

Dates

  • 1914-1917

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English.

Access Restrictions

None

Extent

From the Collection: .2 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Fray Angélico Chávez History Library Repository

Contact:
Fray Angélico Chávez History Library
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln Ave
Sante Fe NM 87501 USA
(505) 476-5090