Tour of Pancho Villa’s Legendary Border Crossing will transport you back to the original site of the infamous raid on the U.S. Village of Columbus, NM March 9th, 1916.
America’s first 9/11 happened at approximately 4:12 a.m. March 9th, 1916 when 600+ “Villaistas” raided Columbus Army’s Camp. 8 soldiers, 10 civilians and 200+ villaistas were killed.
TOUR – Starting at the Valley Heights Cemetery to see the grave sites of the fallen soldiers and civilians from that explosive morning in and around the village and Camp Furlong military base.
See the planes, tanks, and all the historical artifacts and fort ruins at the State Park or Museum.
Take the historical walking tour throughout the small downtown of the village.
Tour the Railroad museum featuring the wall clock stopped in time by a bullet.
By the end of this fun and factual historical event tour you’re going to understand why the name “Pancho Villa” is known worldwide!
DISCLAIMERS: Tour is not wheelchair accessible – Museum Closures Possible – Trail Walking
Tour is brought to you by the:
Hole In The Wall Getaway Bed & Breakfast in Columbus, New Mexico
