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Columbus, New Mexico is an American Historical Gem. Bordering Palomas, Mexico and rich with history. Columbus is best known as the village raided by the famous Pancho Villa in 1916. Interestingly that raid was the first time a foreign army invaded the continental United States and killed U.S. citizens prior to the World trade center and Pentagon attacks on 9/11. More interesting is the spot of the raid located at the crossroad of Hwy 9 and Hwy 11! The Village of Columbus raid was also the place where the U.S. Calvary had the last ride and the first use of Military airplanes and tanks led by General Pershing and General George Patton. Museums, a state park and walking tours have been establish to document these truly historical events in America.
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