Military & Warfare

Juan Santamaría Burns Walker's Hostel

Juan Santamaría, a Costa Rican soldier, set fire to the hostel in Rivas, Nicaragua, where the filibuster troops of William Walker were holed up. This act of bravery marked a significant moment in the fight against Walker's invasion. Santamaría's actions were driven by a desire to liberate Central America from foreign invasions bolstered by Walker's attempts to establish control. The burning of the hostel served as both a tactical maneuver and a symbol of resistance against Walker's forces.

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