Sandino, Augusto César

Augusto César Sandino was a Nicaraguan revolutionary leader born in 1895, known for resisting U.S. military intervention and foreign influence in Nicaragua during the 1920s and 1930s. He led guerrilla warfare against occupying forces, advocating for Nicaraguan sovereignty and national independence. Sandino became a national hero and symbol of resistance, inspiring future generations. His efforts laid the groundwork for the Sandinista movement that later sought to address social and political issues in Nicaragua. He was assassinated in 1934, but his legacy endures as a symbol of patriotism and anti-imperialist struggle.