Porfirio Díaz, who had served as the President of Mexico for several decades, faced increasing opposition from revolutionary groups determined to end his authoritarian rule. By 1911, the Mexican Revolution had gained significant momentum, with widespread discontent among various social classes regarding economic inequality and political repression. On this notable day, Díaz's decision to flee Mexico was a culmination of pressures from rebel forces led by key figures like Francisco I. Madero and others, who demanded democratic reforms and the end of Díaz's dictatorship.

Díaz initially tried to quell the revolution through force, but the resilience of the revolutionary factions undermined his authority. As conditions worsened, his government lost control, leaving him with little choice but to seek asylum abroad. Díaz left the country on a French ship bound for Europe, marking a dramatic end to a regime that had lasted for over three decades. His unexpected departure was a watershed moment in the revolution, reflecting the culmination of years of political dissent and civil strife. Political factions that had been seeking his ouster quickly moved to fill the power void left in his absence.

The immediate aftermath of Díaz's flight was a period of heightened chaos as various revolutionary factions began to vie for power. Francisco I. Madero emerged amid the turbulence, advocating for democratic reforms and an end to violence. Díaz's exile not only signaled the collapse of his regime but also set in motion a series of events that would lead to Mexico's prolonged revolutionary struggles, significantly shaping the country's future political landscape.