The Mirabal sisters, known as "Las Mariposas" (the butterflies), were given this nickname as a symbol of their strength and resilience in the face of oppression under the Trujillo Dictatorship in the Dominican Republic. The name reflects their desire for freedom and change, as butterflies represent transformation and beauty. Tragically, the sisters were assassinated for their activism, making their nickname a lasting emblem of courage and resistance against tyranny.
The Mirabal sisters, known as the "Butterflies," were assassinated on November 25, 1960, in the Dominican Republic under the orders of the country's dictator, Rafael Trujillo. The sisters were active in the underground resistance against Trujillo's regime, and their murder was part of a broader campaign to silence dissent. Their deaths became a symbol of the struggle against oppression, and November 25 is now observed as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women in their honor.
He had a brother called Thomas and no sisters
2 sisters but no brother
A twin brother called Ben and a sister called Fay
The cast of Crimen - 2008 includes: Rosanna Pujols as Patria Mirabal
Juan Mirabal died in 1970.
Dede Mirabal is the only surviving sister of the Mirabal's sisters. Patria, Minerva and Maria Teresa were killed by the Dominican dictator Trujillo. Dede has dedicated her life to keep alive the memories of her sisters.
The 6 remaining Mirabal children were Patria's 3 Nelson Raul and Noris Minerva's 2 Minou and Manolito and Maria Teresa's 1 Jacqueline plus her own three Jamie David Jamie Enrique and Jamie Rafael were all taken care of and raised by Dede and her Mother after the death of her sisters.
they were assassinated while driving, but Dede and her husband were not there when it happened. so they are still alive.
In the book "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe Garcia McCall, Pita, one of the main characters, is 15 years old. She is the youngest of the five González sisters and plays a significant role in the story as the sisters embark on a journey to Mexico. Pita's age reflects her youthful innocence and the challenges she faces throughout their adventure.
Ray Mirabal is 5' 11".
Juan Mirabal was born in 1903.
Robert Mirabal was born in 1966.
Antonio Mirabal was born in 1880.
Antonio Mirabal died in 1966.
Rafita Mirabal was born in 1997.
Minerva is married to Manolo Patria is married to Pedrito Dede is married to Jaimito Maria Teresa is married to Leandro