Where was Maximilian I when he was captured?
In Mexico City
In Puebla
In Queretaro
In Veracruz
Answer
Maximilian I was captured in Queretaro. This happened during the Franco-Mexican War. The French had invaded Mexico and Maximilian was installed as Emperor of Mexico. He was captured by Mexican republican forces and executed.
Test Your Knowledge: The Ill-fated Reign of Maximilian I of Mexico
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