José Marti

José Martí was a Cuban writer, poet, and revolutionary leader born in 1853. He is celebrated for his passionate dedication to Cuban independence from Spanish rule and his powerful writings promoting freedom, justice, and national identity. Martí’s poetry and essays inspired many in Latin America and beyond, emphasizing the importance of liberty and human dignity. Though he died fighting for Cuba’s independence in 1895, his ideas continue to influence Cuban culture and political thought today. Martí is regarded as a national hero and a symbol of resistance and patriotic unity.