Condemned Without Trial
On March 18, 1915, during the Mexican Revolution, Wenceslao Moguel was captured by government forces. Accused of being a rebel fighter, he was sentenced to death by firing squad without a trial. There was no opportunity for appeal—his fate had already been decided.
Facing the Firing Squad
Blindfolded and standing before his executioners, Moguel was shot multiple times. After the volley, an officer approached and fired a final shot at close range to his head, ensuring that no one survived. The squad left, believing their task was complete.
Miraculous Survival
Though gravely wounded, Moguel remained alive. At some point, he regained consciousness and managed to crawl away. His injuries were severe, but he found help and was nursed back to health. Despite taking a bullet to the face, he survived with visible scars that remained for the rest of his life.
Life After Execution
Moguel lived for many years after the failed execution. His story spread widely, and in 1937, he appeared on Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, where he shared his extraordinary experience with the world.
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