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oct 26, 1950 - Jayuya Uprising

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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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10 May 2019
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Date:

oct 26, 1950
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~ 74 years ago