[1] Groups of rebels began launching hit and run style attacks on a key railroad, near the town of Mazatlán in Sinaloa.

Upon his discharge from the Army, Holmdahl became a soldier of fortune and mercenary fighting under the likes of "General" Lee Christmas and others in Central and South America.

Holmdahl soon received news of the raid and quickly gathered a large posse, numbering most of his strength at around 100-200 men and organized a pusuit.

The peasants began explaining how they served General Madero, who was attempting to liberate them from the cruel crutches of Díaz, and needed the horses not for themselves for the people.

Holmdahl, a deep Maderist sympathizer not only listed to their tale and story, but to the great surprise of both the rebels and his men, who were already tying hangman's knots stated "Not only will I pardon you, I will join you".