What is patria mercedes mirabal reyes?

Patria Mercedes Mirabal Reyes, commonly known as Patria Mirabal, was a Dominican political activist and revolutionary who played a key role in the fight against the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic. She was born on February 27, 1924 in Salcedo, Dominican Republic.

Patria Mirabal was one of the Mirabal sisters, along with her sisters Minerva, Maria Teresa, and Dede, who were all active in the underground resistance against Trujillo's regime. The sisters were known as the "Las Mariposas" (The Butterflies) and became symbols of the resistance movement.

On November 25, 1960, Patria Mirabal and her sisters were brutally murdered by Trujillo's henchmen, sparking national and international outrage. Their deaths played a significant role in the downfall of Trujillo's dictatorship, which fell less than a year after their assassinations. The Mirabal sisters are now considered national heroes in the Dominican Republic.

Patria Mirabal's legacy lives on through her bravery and dedication to the fight for freedom and democracy in the Dominican Republic. Her story has inspired books, films, and other artistic works that continue to honor her memory and the sacrifices she made for her country.