Historical Events tagged with "policarpa"
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Social Movements & Civil Rights
Declaration of the Day of the Colombian Woman
November 14th, 1967 57 years ago
The Congress of Colombia officially declared this date as the Day of the Colombian Woman in honor of Policarpa Salavarrieta, a notable figure in Colombian history. This commemoration marked the 150th anniversary of her death, celebrating her contributions as a heroine of Colombian independence. The declaration aimed to promote recognition and empowerment of women in Colombia. Various activities and events were organized throughout the country to honor women's roles in society and history.
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