26 oct 1950 año - Jayuya Uprising
Descripción:
Led by Blanca Canales; one of the most notable among the various revolts which occurred that day. Canales gave a speech in the town square and declared Puerto Rico a free Republic. Under the direction of the Puerto Rican commander of the Puerto Rican National Guard, the town was attacked by US-supplied planes and artillery. The town was held by Nationalists for three days.
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fecha:
26 oct 1950 año
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