Gilberto Concepción de Gracia

Gilberto Concepción de Gracia was a prominent Puerto Rican politician and activist, known for founding the Puerto Rican Independence Party (Partido Independentista Puertorriqueño) in 1946. He advocated for Puerto Rico's independence from the United States, promoting self-determination and national identity. His political career included serving in the Puerto Rican Senate and participating in various movements for social justice and civil rights. Concepción de Gracia's legacy is significant in the context of Puerto Rican nationalism and continues to influence discussions about the island's political status and relationship with the U.S.