Commemoration of General Augusto C. Sandino is a public holiday in Nicaragua, observed on February 21st.
It is observed in memory of General Augusto C. Sandino.
Who was Augusto C. Sandino?
Augusto César Sandino was a prominent Nicaraguan revolutionary leader known for his resistance against the United States occupation of Nicaragua. He was born on May 18th 1895, in Niquinohomo, Nicaragua, and died on February 21st 1934.
Key Facts
Early Life and Background
Full Name: Augusto Nicolás Calderón Sandino
Birth: May 18, 1895, in Niquinohomo, Nicaragua
Death: February 21, 1934, executed by firing squad
Revolutionary Activities
Years Active: 1927–1933
Movement: Founded the Army in Defense of the National Sovereignty of Nicaragua (EDSN)
Opposition: Fought against the Nicaraguan National Guard and U.S. military forces
Legacy
Sandino became a symbol of resistance to American imperialism in Latin America.
His actions inspired the Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN), which overthrew the Somoza dictatorship in 1979.
He is revered in Nicaragua, where he was declared a national hero in 2010.
Sandino's legacy continues to influence Nicaraguan identity and politics, representing the struggle for national sovereignty and social justice.
