When Jose Martí began the War of Independence, Gómez was chosen to lead his revolutionaries. Using small guerilla forces, Gómez would go from town to town, burning the Spanish plantations and eliminating their troops. The revolution resulted in the establishment of a civil revolutionary government. Its head, Salvador Cisneros Betancourt, ordered Gómez to break away from Antonio Maceo. Gómez fought on against the large Spanish force until the United States entered the war. ALS in Spanish, signed “M. Gomez,” one page, 8.25 x 6, October 28. Untranslated letter written to “Presidente,” regarding military issues. Intersecting folds, an even overall shade of toning, and a rusty paperclip mark to top edge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
