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SYMHC Classics: Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Sorwana: The First Feminist

In the 1990s, Sorwana's convent was being refurbished and a set of remains was found with a badge that was typical of the medallion that she usually wore. A lot of times these remains are described as belonging to her and it's not impossible that they are hers. Until very recently, Sorwana was on the 200 peso note, redesigned bills that don't feature her anymore. Her birthplace was also renamed, now it's Nepantla Desor Wanna Inez de la Cruz.

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