Blas Duran further reading
A brief chronological summary of his life, beginning with his birth in 1805 through 1860.
A historical vignette of Blas Duran’s discovery of silver ore and the subsequent loss of his shares in a near by silver mine to local merchant, Hugh Stephenson.
Photo of the silver mine
Fort Fillmore Silver Mining Co:
Detailed information about the “Stephenson Silver Mine”, including price of shares, operating expenses, yearly profits…
An article about the 1871 political rally, which took place on the plaza in La Mesilla, and resulted in the deaths of several citizens.
1871 Blas Duran Goes to La Ascencion, Chih, Mexico:
After the Riot of 1871, a group of citizens migrated to La Ascencion, Mexico. This document provides information regarding Blas Duran’s role in the migration.