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La Pasionaria: Heroine of the Spanish Civil War

Feb 10, 2025
Dolores Ibárruri, renowned as La Pasionaria, was a passionate Communist leader whose stirring oratory inspired fighters during the Spanish Civil War. She shares her journey from a miner's daughter to a powerful voice of resistance, igniting hope with her battle cry, 'No pasaran!' The podcast highlights her advocacy for women's rights and the impact of her speeches against fascism. It also reflects on the emotional farewells of the International Brigade, capturing the sacrifices made in the name of freedom and the enduring legacy of this fierce revolutionary.
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ANECDOTE

La Pasionaria's Influence

  • Dolores Ibárruri, known as "La Pasionaria," delivered powerful speeches during the Spanish Civil War.
  • Her speeches inspired anti-fascist fighters, including Simon Hirschman, who travelled from Latvia to join the cause.
INSIGHT

Spanish Civil War Background

  • The Spanish Civil War began in 1936, with Nationalist rebels backed by Hitler and Mussolini against the Republican government.
  • Dolores Ibárruri, a miner's daughter and communist leader, firmly supported the Republicans.
ANECDOTE

Dolores's Speeches

  • Dolores's passionate speeches, delivered in her signature black attire, rallied Republican supporters.
  • She visited troops, made radio broadcasts, and famously declared, "It is better to die on your feet than to live on your knees."
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