[1] A small group made up of wealthier citizens of Alta California united and petitioned Governor Victoria for democratic reforms.

Victoria called two of the men, José Antonio Carrillo and Abel Stearns, "traitors", and ordered their execution.

The opposing armies were made up of brothers, sons, uncles, nephews, and friends, who though angry at one-another preferred to avoid mortal combat.

Jose Maria Avila of the rebel army, a former alcalde of the Pueblo of Los Angeles, took offense and went out to challenge Pacheco in mounted combat.

This angered Captain Portilla, who charged Victoria and put his lance through the Governor's face, ripping off a chunk of flesh and cartilage.

The previous governor, José María de Echeandía, resumed his role until Jose Figueroa took over on January 14, 1833.