Photographic Postcard Commemorating Antonio Verástegui

A postcard commemorating a young “martyr” of Mexico’s Cristero War named Antonio Verástegu engages the spectator in an act witnessing that entails both religious and political consequences. By creating audience for Veràstegui’s suffering, image looks to consolidate legitimize this unofficial martyr cult but also foster community bonds perhaps even inspire imitation his exemplary sacrifice.