"Las Mariposas"

"Las Mariposas" refers to the group of three sister activists—Patria, Minerva, and Maria Teresa Mirabal—who opposed the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic during the 1950s and early 1960s. They became symbols of resistance and courage, advocating for human rights and democracy. Their activism and tragic assassination on November 25, 1960, galvanized opposition to Trujillo's regime and inspired global awareness of tyranny and the fight for justice. Today, "Las Mariposas" are honored as national heroines and symbols of resilience, inspiring movements for freedom and human rights worldwide.