1950 Jayuya Uprising

The 1950 Jayuya Uprising was an armed rebellion in Puerto Rico against U.S. colonial rule, driven by a desire for independence. Led by nationalist leader Pedro Albizu Campos' supporters, the uprising occurred in the town of Jayuya. Protesters targeted government buildings and law enforcement, aiming to assert Puerto Rican sovereignty. The U.S. government quickly responded with military force, suppressing the revolt within days. The uprising highlighted tensions over Puerto Rico's political status and sparked discussions about its future, influencing both nationalism and the island's relationship with the United States in subsequent years.