

SYMHC Classics: Mirabal Sisters
Nov 25, 2023
Learn about the inspiring story of the Mirabal Sisters, national heroes in the Dominican Republic, who bravely fought against the oppressive regime of Rafael Trujillo. Explore the historical context of Trujillo's rise to power, the US occupations in the Dominican Republic, and Trujillo's dictatorship and brutal actions. Discover the Mirabal sisters' courageous resistance, their imprisonment and involvement in the revolutionary movement, leading to their tragic kidnapping and murder. Delve into the impact and commemoration of the Mirabal Sisters in the Dominican Republic and their legacy in the fight against violence towards women.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The History of Hispaniola and US Occupations
04:48 • 5min
Trujillo's Dictatorship and the Massacre at the Border
09:59 • 5min
President Trujillo's Revenge and the Birth of the 14th of June Movement
15:21 • 5min
Assassination Attempt and Mirabal Sisters' Tragedy
20:26 • 3min
The Assassination of the Mirabal Sisters
23:15 • 6min
Commemorating the Mirabal Sisters and their Legacy
29:18 • 4min